JaCoby Jones

Born: 5/10/1992 in Chickasha, OK, USA

MLB Debut: 2016-08-30 | Final Game: 2021-05-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 211 lbs

Full name: JaCoby Mylon Jones

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Biography

JaCoby Jones was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2016 to 2021. Born in 1992, he played primarily as a position player and showcased his talents with a combination of speed and power during his career. Over the course of 352 games, Jones recorded 232 hits, including 32 home runs, and drove in 98 runs, demonstrating his ability to contribute offensively. His career batting average stood at .212, and he successfully stole 29 bases, highlighting his athleticism on the field. Jones played in an era that was characterized by a heightened emphasis on power hitting and athleticism, which influenced his approach to the game. Despite facing challenges at the plate, his versatility and speed allowed him to carve out a role within the teams he played for, including the Detroit Tigers. His contributions were felt both offensively and defensively, as he brought energy to the game and was known for his dynamic playing style. After retiring in 2021, Jones left behind a legacy defined by his determination and the unique skills he brought to the diamond.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
352	1093	138	232	58	10	32	98	29	72	389	0.212	0.275	0.371	0.646	-2624.6

Career AVG .212 vs. league average .250 across their career seasons — 15.3% below league average.

Career OBP .275 vs. league average .321 across their career seasons — 14.3% below league average.

Career SLG .371 vs. league average .420 across their career seasons — 11.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.646 vs. league average 0.740 across their career seasons — 12.7% 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
2016	DET	AL	13	28	3	6	3	0	0	2	0	0	12	0.214	—	—	—	—	0.0
2017	DET	AL	56	141	14	24	3	1	3	13	6	9	65	0.170	.254 (-33%)	.324 (-26%)	.425 (-37%)	.750 (-32%)	-814.0
2018	DET	AL	129	429	54	89	22	6	11	34	13	24	142	0.207	.247 (-16%)	.318 (-16%)	.409 (-11%)	.727 (-13%)	-1243.7
2019	DET	AL	88	298	39	70	19	3	11	26	7	27	94	0.235	.252 (-7%)	.322 (-4%)	.434 (-1%)	.757 (-2%)	-155.0
2020	DET	AL	30	97	19	26	9	0	5	14	1	7	34	0.268	.244 (+10%)	.321 (+4%)	.417 (+23%)	.739 (+15%)	221.6
2021	DET	AL	36	100	9	17	2	0	2	9	2	5	42	0.170	.243 (-30%)	.317 (-34%)	.410 (-39%)	.727 (-37%)	-633.4