Derrick May

Born: 7/14/1968 in Rochester, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1990-09-06 | Final Game: 1999-10-03

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Derrick Brant May

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Biography

Derrick May was a professional baseball player whose career spanned nearly a decade from 1990 to 1999. Born in 1968, May played primarily as a position player, making a significant impact during a transformative era in baseball that saw the game evolve in popularity and style. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 797 games and accumulated a respectable .271 batting average, alongside 596 hits and 52 home runs. His offensive contributions included 310 RBIs and 30 stolen bases, showcasing not only his ability to drive in runs but also his speed on the basepaths. May's playing style was characterized by a keen eye at the plate and versatility in the field, allowing him to fit into various roles on the team. He was known for his consistent hitting and ability to contribute in crucial situations, which made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. As baseball transitioned into the modern era, Derrick May's career reflected the increasing emphasis on both power and speed, making him a noteworthy figure in the landscape of 1990s baseball. After his retirement on October 3, 1999, May left behind a legacy of determination and skill that resonated with fans and aspiring players alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
797	2200	244	596	103	10	52	310	30	156	254	0.271	0.319	0.398	0.717	-1757.4

Career AVG .271 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .319 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .398 vs. league average .410 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.717 vs. league average 0.743 across their career seasons — near 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
1990	CHC	NL	17	61	8	15	3	0	1	11	1	2	7	0.246	.257 (-5%)	.324 (-17%)	.385 (-11%)	.710 (-14%)	-143.5
1991	CHC	NL	15	22	4	5	2	0	1	3	0	2	1	0.227	—	—	—	—	0.0
1992	CHC	NL	124	351	33	96	11	0	8	45	5	14	40	0.274	.255 (+7%)	.322 (-5%)	.377 (-1%)	.699 (-3%)	-227.7
1993	CHC	NL	128	465	62	137	25	2	10	77	10	31	41	0.295	.265 (+11%)	.332 (+1%)	.403 (+5%)	.735 (+3%)	192.5
1994	CHC	NL	100	345	43	98	19	2	8	51	3	30	34	0.284	.269 (+5%)	.338 (avg)	.424 (-1%)	.763 (avg)	-37.0
1995	ATL	AL	32	113	15	28	3	1	1	9	0	5	18	0.248	.266 (-7%)	.337 (-15%)	.417 (-24%)	.755 (-20%)	-396.7
1995	HOU	NL	78	206	29	62	15	1	8	41	5	19	24	0.301	.266 (+13%)	.337 (+6%)	.417 (+20%)	.755 (+14%)	-396.7
1996	HOU	NL	109	259	24	65	12	3	5	33	2	30	33	0.251	.269 (-7%)	.340 (-3%)	.426 (-11%)	.767 (-8%)	-398.9
1997	PHI	NL	83	149	8	34	5	1	1	13	4	8	26	0.228	.266 (-14%)	.336 (-21%)	.419 (-30%)	.756 (-26%)	-751.0
1998	WSN	NL	85	180	13	43	8	0	5	15	0	11	24	0.239	.266 (-10%)	.335 (-16%)	.420 (-13%)	.755 (-14%)	-518.6
1999	BAL	AL	26	49	5	13	0	0	4	12	0	4	6	0.265	—	—	—	—	36.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1B	1	1	0	0	0	0
OF	613	518	970	31	26	5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1990	CHN	OF	17	16	34	1	1	0
1991	CHN	OF	7	4	11	1	0	0
1992	CHN	OF	108	85	153	3	5	0
1993	CHN	OF	122	113	220	8	7	1
1994	CHN	OF	92	87	155	4	1	0
1995	ML4	OF	32	29	65	1	2	1
1995	HOU	1B	1	1	0	0	0	0
1995	HOU	OF	55	46	74	0	2	0
1996	HOU	OF	71	66	125	5	4	0
1997	PHI	OF	56	31	69	4	3	1
1998	MON	OF	48	38	57	3	1	1
1999	BAL	OF	5	3	7	1	0	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
First Base	1
Left Field	537
Right Field	83
Designated Hitter	11

Salary History

Year	Team	League	Salary
1999	BAL	AL	$200,000
1998	MON	NL	$250,000
1997	PHI	NL	$300,000
1996	HOU	NL	$750,000
1995	HOU	NL	$358,334
1994	CHN	NL	$300,000
1993	CHN	NL	$212,500
Total Career Earnings			$2,370,834