John Stefero, baseball player, 1983-1987

John Stefero

Born: 9/22/1959 in Sumter, SC, USA

MLB Debut: 1983-06-24 | Final Game: 1987-05-24

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: John Robert Stefero

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Biography

John Stefero, born in 1959, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1983 until 1987. Stefero's career spanned the mid-1980s, a period marked by the emergence of power hitters and a dynamic style of play that began to redefine the sport. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 79 games, accumulating 44 hits, 3 home runs, and 20 RBIs, with a batting average of .235. Despite not being known for his speed, as evidenced by his 0 stolen bases, Stefero contributed to his teams with solid defensive skills and a reliable bat during his tenure in the league. While his career statistics may not place him among the most celebrated players of his era, Stefero's journey through the game reflects the challenges and realities faced by many athletes in professional sports. Competing during a time when the game was evolving rapidly, he showcased the grit and determination that embodies the spirit of baseball. After retiring on May 24, 1987, Stefero's legacy remains a testament to the dedication of all players who strive to make their mark in the sport, regardless of the numbers they posted.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
79 187 20 44 3 0 3 20 0 22 44 0.235 0.314 0.299 0.614 -571.1

Career AVG .235 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 9.7% below league average.

Career OBP .314 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .299 vs. league average .400 across their career seasons — 25.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.614 vs. league average 0.727 across their career seasons — 15.6% 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
1983 BAL AL 9 11 2 5 1 0 0 4 0 3 2 0.455 — — — — 0.0
1986 BAL AL 52 120 14 28 2 0 2 13 0 16 25 0.233 .257 (-9%) .325 (-1%) .395 (-24%) .720 (-14%) -246.8
1987 WSN NL 18 56 4 11 0 0 1 3 0 3 17 0.196 .262 (-25%) .331 (-28%) .415 (-40%) .746 (-35%) -324.4

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 1 0 0 0 0 0
C 76 54 331 35 8 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1983 BAL C 9 1 20 3 2 0
1986 BAL 2B 1 0 0 0 0 0
1986 BAL C 50 39 221 20 4 2
1987 MON C 17 14 90 12 2 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 76

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1986 BAL AL $70,000
1986 PHI NL $400,000
Total Career Earnings $470,000