Ryan Long

Born: 2/3/1973 in Houston, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1997-07-16 | Final Game: 1997-07-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: Ryan Marcus Long

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Biography

Ryan Long was a professional baseball player born in 1973, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief career that spanned from July 16 to July 23, 1997. Primarily playing as a position player, Long appeared in a total of six games at the highest level of the sport. Throughout his tenure in the majors, he recorded two hits and drove in two runs, finishing with a batting average of .222. Despite his limited playing time, Long's journey to the big leagues reflects the competitive nature of baseball, where many players strive for their chance to shine. Long's career, albeit short-lived, took place during a period that witnessed significant changes in the game, including the emergence of power hitters and evolving pitching strategies. While he did not hit any home runs or steal bases, his contributions as a utility player were part of the fabric of the teams he played for. After concluding his time in the majors, Long's experiences in the game served to highlight the challenges and opportunities faced by players in the late 1990s. While his legacy may not be widely recognized, his story adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the diverse paths athletes take in pursuit of their dreams.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
6	9	2	2	0	0	0	2	0	0	3	0.222	0.300	0.222	0.522	0.0

Career AVG .222 vs. league average .267 across their career seasons — 16.7% below league average.

Career OBP .300 vs. league average .337 across their career seasons — 10.9% below league average.

Career SLG .222 vs. league average .419 across their career seasons — 47.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.522 vs. league average 0.756 across their career seasons — 30.9% 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
1997	KCR	AL	6	9	2	2	0	0	0	2	0	0	3	0.222	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	5	2	8	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1997	KCA	OF	5	2	8	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Left Field	1
Right Field	4
Designated Hitter	1