Ruppert Jones Memorabilia & Collectibles

About Ruppert Jones Memorabilia & Collectibles

About Ruppert Jones:

Ruppert Jones (full name: Ruppert Sanderson Jones; Rupe) played centerfielder from 1976 until 1987 for the Kansas City Royals, Seattle Mariners, New York Yankees, San Diego Padres, Detroit Tigers and California Angels. He played for the Royals in 1976, Mariners from 1977 - 1979, Yankees in 1980, Padres from 1981 - 1983, Tigers in 1984 and Angels from 1985 - 1987. Over 12 seasons, he played 1331 games, hit 147 home runs, drove in 643 runs, and stole 143 bases. Born on March 12, 1955 in Dallas, TX, Jones stands 5' 10" and weighs 170 lb. He attended Berkeley (Berkeley, CA) high school and was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the 3rd round of the 1973 amateur draft. His debut was on August 1, 1976 and he played his final game on October 4, 1987. Over his career, Jones made $1,890,000. Common misspellings of his name include Ruppert Rupe rupert Ruppert Sanderson Jones.