Joey Meyer

Born: 5/10/1962 in Honolulu, HI, USA

MLB Debut: 1988-04-04 | Final Game: 1989-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 260 lbs

Full name: Tanner Joe Meyer

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Biography

Joey Meyer was a professional baseball player born in 1962, whose career spanned from 1988 to 1989. Primarily serving as a position player, Meyer made his mark in Major League Baseball during a transitional period known for its diverse playing styles and evolving strategies. Across 156 games, he recorded 119 hits, a notable achievement that reflected his ability to contribute offensively. Over the course of his brief career, he hit 18 home runs and drove in 74 runs, with a batting average of .251, which demonstrated his capability to produce in key situations. Meyer was known for his power-hitting ability, evidenced by his 18 home runs, and he showcased a solid approach at the plate during his time in the league. Despite a limited career, he left an imprint on the teams he played for and was part of a competitive baseball landscape that included a mix of veteran presence and emerging talent. Meyer’s lone stolen base further illustrated his overall playing style, which combined power with a degree of speed, albeit not a primary focus. His contributions to the game during the late 1980s are remembered as part of 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
156	474	35	119	24	0	18	74	1	35	124	0.251	0.300	0.416	0.716	137.9

Career AVG .251 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .300 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 5.8% below league average.

Career SLG .416 vs. league average .376 across their career seasons — +10.4% above league average.

Career OPS 0.716 vs. league average 0.695 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
1988	ATL	AL	103	327	22	86	18	0	11	45	0	23	88	0.263	.254 (+3%)	.317 (-2%)	.377 (+11%)	.695 (+5%)	261.1
1989	ATL	AL	53	147	13	33	6	0	7	29	1	12	36	0.224	.254 (-12%)	.319 (-14%)	.375 (+9%)	.694 (-2%)	-123.2