Terry Jones

Born: 2/15/1971 in Birmingham, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 1996-09-08 | Final Game: 2001-10-07

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Terry Lee Jones

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Biography

Terry Jones, born in 1971, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1996 to 2001. Primarily playing as a position player, Jones appeared in 227 games over his five-year tenure in Major League Baseball. He finished his career with a batting average of .242, compiling 128 hits, including one home run, and driving in 34 runs. Known for his speed on the bases, he also recorded 27 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to contribute beyond just hitting. Jones played during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the rise of power hitters and the evolving strategies of the game. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions as a utility player were significant for the teams he represented. Jones's versatility and speed made him a valuable asset, particularly in pinch-running situations and as a defensive replacement. His dedication to the game and ability to adapt to various roles highlighted the importance of depth in a roster during an era that increasingly emphasized specialized player roles.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
227	530	78	128	21	5	1	34	27	36	106	0.242	0.289	0.306	0.595	-2182.9

Career AVG .242 vs. league average .268 across their career seasons — 10.0% below league average.

Career OBP .289 vs. league average .339 across their career seasons — 14.8% below league average.

Career SLG .306 vs. league average .429 across their career seasons — 28.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.595 vs. league average 0.768 across their career seasons — 22.6% 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
1996	COL	NL	12	10	6	3	0	0	0	1	0	0	3	0.300	—	—	—	—	0.0
1998	WSN	NL	60	212	30	46	7	2	1	15	16	21	46	0.217	.266 (-18%)	.335 (-14%)	.420 (-33%)	.755 (-24%)	-929.6
1999	WSN	NL	17	63	4	17	1	1	0	3	1	3	14	0.270	.271 (avg)	.344 (-12%)	.433 (-27%)	.778 (-20%)	-222.4
2000	WSN	NL	108	168	30	42	8	2	0	13	7	10	32	0.250	.270 (-8%)	.344 (-15%)	.437 (-26%)	.782 (-22%)	-750.1
2001	WSN	NL	30	77	8	20	5	0	0	2	3	2	11	0.260	.263 (-2%)	.332 (-16%)	.426 (-24%)	.758 (-21%)	-280.7