Jack Howell

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Jack Howell
Third Baseman
Born: August 18, 1961 (1961-08-18) (age 46)
Batted: Left Threw: Right
MLB debut
May 20, 1985
for the California Angels
Final game
July 17, 1999
for the Houston Astros
Career statistics
Batting average     .239
Home Runs     108
RBI     337
Teams
Career highlights and awards
  • Hit 23 Home Runs in 1987

Jack Robert Howell (born August 18, 1961 in Tucson, Arizona), is a former Major League Baseball third baseman. He is currently the field coordinator for the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Howell played for three different ballclubs during his career, the California Angels (1985-1991, 1996-1997), San Diego Padres (1991), and Houston Astros (1998-1999). He made his Major League Baseball debut on May 20, 1985, and played his final game on July 17, 1999.

And played in Japan, Yakult Swallows (1992-1994), and Yomiuri Giants (1995). Led Central League Home Runs (1992), and Batting Average (1992). Named Most Valuable Player (1992). And recorded Cycle Hits (July 29, 1993).

On September 5, 1987, Howell hit a home run off Tim Stoddard. Ironically, he broke his bat as he hit the ball resulting in a broken bat home run.


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