Gary Alexander

Born: 3/27/1953 in Los Angeles, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1975-09-12 | Final Game: 1981-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Gary Wayne Alexander

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Biography

Gary Alexander, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 1975 and 1981. An outfielder and first baseman, Alexander played a total of 432 games throughout his career, showcasing his versatility as a position player. He finished his career with 293 hits, 55 home runs, and 202 runs batted in, which highlighted his ability to contribute offensively during a competitive era in baseball. His career batting average stood at .230, reflecting the challenges faced by many players during the late 1970s and early 1980s, a period characterized by a transition in hitting styles and strategies. Alexander was known for his power-hitting capabilities, as evidenced by his 55 home runs, which made him a valuable asset in the batting lineup. Additionally, he recorded 8 stolen bases, demonstrating a level of speed and agility that complemented his power. While he may not have achieved superstar status, Alexander remains a notable figure in the history of the game, representing the hardworking players of his time who contributed significantly to their teams without the widespread acclaim that some of their contemporaries received. His career, though relatively brief, is emblematic of the dedication and resilience found in the sport during a transformative era.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
432	1276	169	293	45	11	55	202	8	154	381	0.230	0.311	0.411	0.722	206.5

Career AVG .230 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 11.8% below league average.

Career OBP .311 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .411 vs. league average .382 across their career seasons — +7.6% above league average.

Career OPS 0.722 vs. league average 0.708 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1975	SFG	NL	3	3	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	2	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1976	SFG	NL	23	73	12	13	1	1	2	7	1	10	16	0.178	.255 (-30%)	.320 (-14%)	.360 (-17%)	.681 (-16%)	-181.2
1977	SFG	NL	51	119	17	36	4	2	5	20	3	20	33	0.303	.264 (+15%)	.329 (+23%)	.401 (+24%)	.730 (+23%)	549.9
1978	OAK	AL	58	174	18	36	6	1	10	22	0	22	66	0.207	.257 (-20%)	.323 (-8%)	.378 (+12%)	.702 (+3%)	72.5
1978	CLE	AL	90	324	39	76	14	3	17	62	0	35	100	0.235	.257 (-9%)	.323 (-5%)	.378 (+20%)	.702 (+8%)	72.5
1979	CLE	AL	110	358	54	82	9	2	15	54	4	46	100	0.229	.265 (-14%)	.329 (-5%)	.397 (-2%)	.727 (-3%)	-236.7
1980	CLE	AL	76	178	22	40	7	1	5	31	0	17	52	0.225	.264 (-15%)	.326 (-12%)	.387 (-7%)	.714 (-9%)	-333.3
1981	PIT	NL	21	47	6	10	4	1	1	6	0	3	12	0.213	—	—	—	—	-66.5

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1B	10	6	52	2	2	4
C	229	205	1008	100	35	8
OF	19	16	31	4	1	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1975	SFN	C	2	1	2	0	0	0
1976	SFN	C	23	22	92	16	4	0
1977	SFN	C	33	30	174	8	6	0
1977	SFN	OF	1	1	0	0	0	0
1978	OAK	1B	1	0	0	0	0	0
1978	OAK	C	1	0	0	0	0	0
1978	OAK	OF	6	6	16	0	0	0
1978	CLE	C	66	62	305	34	6	3
1979	CLE	C	91	86	404	40	18	5
1979	CLE	OF	2	1	0	0	0	0
1980	CLE	C	13	4	31	2	1	0
1980	CLE	OF	2	1	3	0	0	0
1981	PIT	1B	9	6	52	2	2	4
1981	PIT	OF	8	7	12	4	1	0