Darryl Jones (baseball) facts for kids

Darryl Lee Jones (born June 5, 1951) is an American former Major League Baseball player. He played as a designated hitter for the New York Yankees.

Who is Darryl Jones?

Darryl Jones was born on June 5, 1951, in Meadville, Pennsylvania. He is the brother of another famous baseball player, Lynn Jones, who also played in Major League Baseball.

Early Life and College Baseball

Darryl went to college at Westminster College. While he was there, he played baseball for the college team. His talent was noticed, and in 1972, the New York Yankees picked him in the 5th round of the baseball draft. This means the Yankees chose him to join their team from a group of many young players hoping to play professionally.

Playing for the New York Yankees

Darryl Jones played in Major League Baseball for a short time. He played 18 games in his career, and all of them were with the New York Yankees in 1979. During his time playing, he got 12 hits in 47 times at bat.

What is a Designated Hitter?

In baseball, a designated hitter (often called a DH) is a special player. Their main job is to bat (hit the ball) for the pitcher. Pitchers are usually very good at throwing, but not always at hitting. So, the DH takes their place in the batting lineup to help the team score more runs. Darryl Jones played this important role for the Yankees.