Chris Howard, baseball player, 1991-1994

Chris Howard

Born: 2/27/1966 in San Diego, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1991-09-15 | Final Game: 1994-08-10

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Christopher Hugh Howard

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Biography

Chris Howard, born in 1966, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1991 until his final game on August 10, 1994. Over the course of his career, Howard appeared in 22 games, showcasing his skills in a competitive era marked by the rise of power hitters and an evolving approach to offensive play. Despite facing challenges in securing a regular spot on a major league roster, he contributed to his teams with his determination and versatility on the field. Throughout his career, Howard recorded 6 hits and tallied 2 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .188. While he did not hit any home runs or steal bases, his time in the league is notable as he navigated the complexities of a professional sports environment during the early 1990s. His journey highlights the perseverance required to compete at the highest levels of baseball, reflecting the experiences of many players who aspire to make their mark in the sport. Despite limited statistics, Howard's involvement in Major League Baseball remains a part of the rich tapestry of the game’s history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
22 32 3 6 2 0 0 2 0 2 8 0.188 0.250 0.250 0.500 0.0

Career AVG .188 vs. league average .263 across their career seasons — 28.7% below league average.

Career OBP .250 vs. league average .331 across their career seasons — 24.4% below league average.

Career SLG .250 vs. league average .402 across their career seasons — 37.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.500 vs. league average 0.733 across their career seasons — 31.8% below 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
1991 SEA AL 9 6 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 2 0.167 — — — — 0.0
1993 SEA AL 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1994 SEA AL 9 25 2 5 1 0 0 2 0 1 6 0.200 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 22 8 62 5 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1991 SEA C 9 1 13 2 0 1
1993 SEA C 4 0 5 0 0 0
1994 SEA C 9 7 44 3 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 22

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Oklahoma Norman OK 1986, 1987
University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette LA 1988