Jim Leyritz
Career Overview

Players Baseball Jim Leyritz

Jim Leyritz, known for his clutch performances, played Major League Baseball primarily as a catcher and infielder. Born on December 27, 1963, in Lakewood, Ohio, Leyritz attended the University of Kentucky and the University of Miami before signing with the New York Yankees as an undrafted free agent in 1985. His journey to the major leagues was marked

Jim Leyritz, known for his clutch performances, played Major League Baseball primarily as a catcher and infielder. Born on December 27, 1963, in Lakewood, Ohio, Leyritz attended the University of Kentucky and the University of Miami before signing with the New York Yankees as an undrafted free agent in 1985. His journey to the major leagues was marked

Career Batting Stats

AL 1990-2000

AVG

.264

Hits

667

HR

90

OPS

.777

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Skills Scorecard

Contact

B-

Power

A-

Speed

D-

Durability

D-

Awareness

Arm

D

Career Timeline

1990-1996

New York Yankees (AL)

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1997

Texas Rangers (AL)

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1997

Anaheim Angels (AL)

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1998

Boston Red Sox (AL)

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1998-1999

San Diego Padres (NL)

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1999-2000

New York Yankees (AL)

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2000

Los Angeles Dodgers (NL)

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Personal Profile

Born Dec 27th, 1963

Age 60 years old

Bats / Throws Right / Right

Height / Weight 6' 0" 190 lbs

Position C · 1B · 3B · DH

Uniform #s 12 · 13 · 31 · 18

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