John Marzano, baseball player, 1987-1998

John Marzano

Born: 2/14/1963 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Died: 4/19/2008 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1987-07-31 | Final Game: 1998-09-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: John Robert Marzano

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Biography

John Marzano, born in 1963, was a professional baseball player known for his versatility on the field during his career that spanned from 1987 to 1998. As a position player, Marzano appeared in 301 games across Major League Baseball, where he garnered a reputation for his solid defensive skills and reliable hitting. He recorded a total of 191 hits, which included 11 home runs and 72 runs batted in, while finishing his career with a batting average of .241. Despite being a player who did not steal bases, his contributions to his teams were significant, often serving as a dependable presence in the lineup. Marzano played during a transformative era in baseball, witnessing the game's evolution in terms of player performance and fan engagement. His career unfolded during the late 1980s and throughout the 1990s, a time when the sport was experiencing a surge in popularity and a shift towards more offensive play. While he may not have been a household name, Marzano's journey through the majors exemplified the hard work and dedication required to succeed at the highest level. His legacy remains a testament to the countless players who have contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
301 794 79 191 45 2 11 72 0 39 138 0.241 0.289 0.344 0.633 -1939.4

Career AVG .241 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 7.9% below league average.

Career OBP .289 vs. league average .329 across their career seasons — 12.1% below league average.

Career SLG .344 vs. league average .401 across their career seasons — 14.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.633 vs. league average 0.730 across their career seasons — 13.2% 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
1987 BOS AL 52 168 20 41 11 0 5 24 0 7 41 0.244 .262 (-7%) .331 (-14%) .415 (-4%) .746 (-9%) -308.8
1988 BOS AL 10 29 3 4 1 0 0 1 0 1 3 0.138 — — — — 0.0
1989 BOS AL 7 18 5 8 3 0 1 3 0 0 2 0.444 — — — — 0.0
1990 BOS AL 32 83 8 20 4 0 0 6 0 5 10 0.241 .257 (-7%) .324 (-13%) .385 (-25%) .710 (-20%) -278.6
1991 BOS AL 49 114 10 30 8 0 0 9 0 1 16 0.263 .255 (+3%) .323 (-16%) .384 (-13%) .708 (-15%) -327.5
1992 BOS AL 19 50 4 4 2 1 0 1 0 2 12 0.080 .255 (-69%) .322 (-59%) .377 (-58%) .699 (-58%) -480.9
1995 TEX AL 2 6 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.333 — — — — 0.0
1996 SEA AL 41 106 8 26 6 0 0 6 0 7 15 0.245 .269 (-9%) .340 (-7%) .426 (-29%) .767 (-19%) -343.5
1997 SEA AL 39 87 7 25 3 0 1 10 0 7 15 0.287 .266 (+8%) .336 (+1%) .419 (-15%) .756 (-8%) -102.3
1998 SEA AL 50 133 13 31 7 1 4 12 0 9 24 0.233 .266 (-12%) .335 (-3%) .420 (-7%) .755 (-5%) -97.8

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 293 223 1560 123 20 18

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1987 BOS C 52 48 337 24 5 7
1988 BOS C 10 8 77 4 0 0
1989 BOS C 7 5 29 4 0 0
1990 BOS C 32 23 153 14 0 3
1991 BOS C 48 30 174 20 3 0
1992 BOS C 18 15 81 9 3 1
1995 TEX C 2 1 7 1 0 0
1996 SEA C 39 29 194 10 3 1
1997 SEA C 37 24 191 13 5 4
1998 SEA C 48 40 317 24 1 2

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 293
Designated Hitter 3

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1998 SEA AL $300,000
1997 SEA AL $250,000
1996 SEA AL $175,000
1992 BOS AL $350,000
1991 BOS AL $105,000
1990 BOS AL $125,000
1988 BOS AL $77,000
Total Career Earnings $1,382,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Temple University Philadelphia PA 1982, 1983, 1984