Antoan Richardson, baseball player, 2011-2014

Antoan Richardson

Born: 10/8/1983 in Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas

MLB Debut: 2011-09-04 | Final Game: 2014-09-28

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Antoan Edward Richardson

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Biography

Antoan Richardson, born in 1983, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2011 to 2014. Primarily serving as a position player, Richardson made a brief but notable impact in Major League Baseball, appearing in 22 games over his career. He showcased impressive speed on the bases, amassing 6 stolen bases and demonstrating his ability to disrupt opposing defenses. With a batting average of .35, Richardson recorded 7 hits and contributed 1 RBI, reflecting his potential as a contact hitter during his time in the league. Richardson played in an era characterized by evolving offensive strategies, where speed and agility became increasingly valuable assets. Though his career was short-lived, he left a mark in the minds of those who appreciated the nuances of the game. His journey through the ranks of professional baseball, culminating in his time in the major leagues, serves as a testament to the dedication and resilience required to reach the highest levels of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
22 20 4 7 0 0 0 1 6 1 3 0.350 0.381 0.350 0.731 0.0

Career AVG .350 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — +38.3% above league average.

Career OBP .381 vs. league average .317 across their career seasons — +20.1% above league average.

Career SLG .350 vs. league average .393 across their career seasons — 10.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.731 vs. league average 0.710 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
2011 ATL NL 9 4 2 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0.500 — — — — 0.0
2014 NYY AL 13 16 2 5 0 0 0 1 5 1 3 0.312 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 6 5 8 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2014 NYA OF 6 5 8 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Center Field 1
Right Field 5
Designated Hitter 1

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Vanderbilt University Nashville TN 2004, 2005