Mitch Webster
Born: 5/16/1959 in Larned, KS, USA
MLB Debut: 1983-09-02 | Final Game: 1995-10-01
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Mitchell Dean Webster
Biography
Mitch Webster was a versatile position player whose Major League Baseball career spanned from 1983 to 1995. Born in 1959, Webster made a significant impact in the game as a steady presence in the outfield and an adept base stealer. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 1,265 games, accumulating 900 hits and demonstrating a well-rounded offensive skill set with a batting average of .263. He contributed 70 home runs and drove in 342 runs, showcasing both power and the ability to drive in runs when needed.
Webster was particularly known for his speed on the basepaths, finishing his career with 160 stolen bases. His ability to disrupt opposing defenses and create scoring opportunities was a hallmark of his playing style. Throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s, Webster played during an era that saw a transition in the game, with a growing emphasis on athleticism and speed. His contributions to the teams he played for, which included notable stints with the Chicago Cubs and the Montreal Expos, solidified his reputation as a valuable player during his time in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1265 | 3419 | 504 | 900 | 150 | 55 | 70 | 342 | 160 | 325 | 578 | 0.263 | 0.330 | 0.401 | 0.730 | 1573.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | TOR | AL | 11 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | TOR | AL | 26 | 22 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.227 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | WSN | NL | 74 | 212 | 32 | 58 | 8 | 2 | 11 | 30 | 15 | 20 | 33 | 0.274 | 530.2 |
| 1985 | TOR | AL | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 530.2 |
| 1986 | WSN | NL | 151 | 576 | 89 | 167 | 31 | 13 | 8 | 49 | 36 | 57 | 78 | 0.290 | 1014.2 |
| 1987 | WSN | NL | 156 | 588 | 101 | 165 | 30 | 8 | 15 | 63 | 33 | 70 | 95 | 0.281 | 925.2 |
| 1988 | CHC | NL | 70 | 264 | 36 | 70 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 26 | 10 | 19 | 50 | 0.265 | 96.2 |
| 1988 | WSN | NL | 81 | 259 | 33 | 66 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 12 | 36 | 37 | 0.255 | 96.2 |
| 1989 | CHC | NL | 98 | 272 | 40 | 70 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 19 | 14 | 30 | 55 | 0.257 | 26.1 |
| 1990 | CLE | AL | 128 | 437 | 58 | 110 | 20 | 6 | 12 | 55 | 22 | 20 | 61 | 0.252 | -424.0 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 13 | 32 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | LAD | NL | 58 | 74 | 12 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 21 | 0.284 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | PIT | NL | 36 | 97 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 31 | 0.175 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | LAD | NL | 135 | 262 | 33 | 70 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 35 | 11 | 27 | 49 | 0.267 | 343.3 |
| 1993 | LAD | NL | 88 | 172 | 26 | 42 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 11 | 24 | 0.244 | -500.5 |
| 1994 | LAD | NL | 82 | 84 | 16 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 8 | 13 | 0.274 | 103.3 |
| 1995 | LAD | NL | 54 | 56 | 6 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 0.179 | -308.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | NLDS2 | LAN | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1989 | NLCS | CHN | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 5 | 2 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| OF | 1004 | 765 | 1911 | 33 | 40 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | TOR | OF | 7 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | TOR | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1984 | TOR | OF | 10 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1985 | MON | OF | 64 | 53 | 133 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 | TOR | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | MON | OF | 146 | 143 | 325 | 12 | 8 | 3 |
| 1987 | MON | OF | 153 | 147 | 266 | 8 | 5 | 0 |
| 1988 | CHN | OF | 65 | 61 | 169 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 1988 | MON | OF | 71 | 65 | 153 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | CHN | OF | 74 | 59 | 161 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| 1990 | CLE | 1B | 3 | 2 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 1990 | CLE | OF | 118 | 102 | 330 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1991 | CLE | OF | 10 | 9 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | LAN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | LAN | OF | 36 | 7 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | PIT | OF | 29 | 23 | 50 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | LAN | OF | 90 | 53 | 130 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1993 | LAN | OF | 56 | 29 | 75 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1994 | LAN | OF | 48 | 8 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | LAN | OF | 25 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 5 |
| Left Field | 275 |
| Center Field | 425 |
| Right Field | 393 |
| Designated Hitter | 16 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | LAN | NL | $250,000 |
| 1994 | LAN | NL | $600,000 |
| 1993 | LAN | NL | $600,000 |
| 1992 | LAN | NL | $115,000 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | $750,000 |
| 1990 | CLE | AL | $600,000 |
| 1989 | CHN | NL | $550,000 |
| 1988 | MON | NL | $550,000 |
| 1987 | MON | NL | $210,000 |
| 1986 | MON | NL | $120,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,345,000 | ||