Career Summary
Joe Pepitone played first baseman for the New York Yankees from 1962-1969. Over 8 seasons, he appeared in 1,055 games, batting .252 with 166 home runs and 543 RBI. He also appeared in 11 postseason games.
Season-by-Season Stats
Regular Season
| Year | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | 63 | 138 | 14 | 33 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 21 | 1 | .239 | .255 | .442 | .697 |
| 1963 | 157 | 580 | 79 | 157 | 16 | 3 | 27 | 89 | 23 | 63 | 3 | .271 | .304 | .448 | .752 |
| 1964 | 161 | 617 | 71 | 154 | 12 | 3 | 28 | 100 | 24 | 64 | 2 | .250 | .279 | .415 | .694 |
| 1965 | 144 | 535 | 51 | 133 | 19 | 3 | 18 | 63 | 43 | 59 | 4 | .249 | .306 | .396 | .702 |
| 1966 | 152 | 585 | 85 | 149 | 21 | 4 | 31 | 83 | 29 | 58 | 4 | .255 | .290 | .463 | .753 |
| 1967 | 135 | 509 | 46 | 129 | 20 | 3 | 13 | 65 | 34 | 62 | 1 | .253 | .302 | .381 | .683 |
| 1968 | 108 | 380 | 41 | 93 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 56 | 37 | 45 | 8 | .245 | .311 | .403 | .714 |
| 1969 | 135 | 513 | 49 | 124 | 16 | 3 | 27 | 70 | 30 | 42 | 8 | .242 | .284 | .442 | .726 |
| Career | 1055 | 3857 | 436 | 972 | 116 | 24 | 166 | 543 | 223 | 414 | 31 | .252 | .293 | .424 | .717 |
Postseason
| Year | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | 4 | 13 | -- | 2 | -- | -- | 0 | 0 | -- | -- | -- | .154 | -- | -- | -- |
| 1964 | 7 | 26 | -- | 4 | -- | -- | 1 | 5 | -- | -- | -- | .154 | -- | -- | -- |
| Career | 11 | 39 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .154 | .154 | .231 | .385 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Joe Pepitone play in the postseason with the Yankees?
Yes, Joe Pepitone appeared in 11 postseason games for the New York Yankees. While Joe Pepitone didn't win a World Series ring, the postseason experience showed Joe Pepitone's value as a contributor during the Yankees' October runs.
Where was Joe Pepitone born?
Joe Pepitone was born in Brooklyn, NY, USA. Joe Pepitone went on to play for the New York Yankees from 1962-1969, representing the franchise at the major league level.
What were Joe Pepitone's career stats with the Yankees?
Joe Pepitone compiled a .252 batting average, 166 home runs, 543 RBI, and 972 hits across 1,055 games for the New York Yankees. Joe Pepitone's offensive production with the Yankees covered the 1962-1969 seasons.