Jack Perconte

Born: 8/31/1954 in Joliet, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1980-09-13 | Final Game: 1986-10-04

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: John Patrick Perconte

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Biography

Jack Perconte was a professional baseball player born in 1954 who played in Major League Baseball from 1980 to 1986. Primarily serving as a position player, Perconte appeared in 433 games throughout his career. He was known for his versatility on the field and his ability to contribute offensively and defensively. With a batting average of .27, he recorded a total of 389 hits, including 2 home runs and 76 runs batted in, while also showcasing his speed with 78 stolen bases. Perconte made his mark during an era that transitioned from the traditional playing styles of the late 1970s to a greater emphasis on speed and athleticism in the 1980s. His ability to steal bases added a dynamic element to his teams, allowing for more aggressive offensive strategies. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for, including the Seattle Mariners and the Chicago White Sox, reflected the gritty determination and hustle that characterized many players of his time. After his retirement, Perconte remained involved in baseball, further emphasizing his lasting impact on the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
433	1441	191	389	47	16	2	76	78	149	123	0.270	0.340	0.329	0.669	-1123.6

Career AVG .270 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .340 vs. league average .324 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .329 vs. league average .387 across their career seasons — 15.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.669 vs. league average 0.711 across their career seasons — 6.0% 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
1980	LAD	NL	14	17	2	4	0	0	0	2	3	2	1	0.235	—	—	—	—	0.0
1981	LAD	NL	8	9	2	2	0	1	0	1	1	2	2	0.222	—	—	—	—	0.0
1982	CLE	AL	93	219	27	52	4	4	0	15	9	22	25	0.237	.261 (-9%)	.324 (-6%)	.388 (-25%)	.712 (-16%)	-652.3
1983	CLE	AL	14	26	1	7	1	0	0	0	3	5	2	0.269	—	—	—	—	0.0
1984	SEA	AL	155	612	93	180	24	4	0	31	29	57	47	0.294	.259 (+13%)	.322 (+11%)	.384 (-10%)	.707 (-1%)	164.7
1985	SEA	AL	125	485	60	128	17	7	2	23	31	50	36	0.264	.257 (+3%)	.323 (+4%)	.390 (-13%)	.714 (-5%)	-400.0
1986	CHW	AL	24	73	6	16	1	0	0	4	2	11	10	0.219	.257 (-15%)	.325 (-1%)	.395 (-41%)	.720 (-23%)	-236.1