Mike Andrews
Born: 7/9/1943 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1966-09-18 | Final Game: 1973-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Michael Jay Andrews
Biography
Mike Andrews was a professional baseball player born in 1943, whose career spanned from 1966 to 1973. As a versatile position player, he appeared in 893 games throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. Andrews showcased his offensive prowess with a total of 803 hits, 66 home runs, and 316 runs batted in, culminating in a career batting average of .258. Known for his speed on the bases, he also recorded 18 stolen bases during his time in the league. His contributions to the game were recognized with an All-Star selection, highlighting his impact within the sport.
Playing during an era marked by significant changes in baseball, Andrews experienced the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach in the late 1960s. His ability to adapt to the evolving styles of play and his solid performance made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. Andrews' career, though shorter than some, left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike, cementing his place in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 893 | 3116 | 441 | 803 | 140 | 4 | 66 | 316 | 18 | 458 | 390 | 0.258 | 0.353 | 0.369 | 0.722 | 5678.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | BOS | AL | 5 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | BOS | AL | 142 | 494 | 79 | 130 | 20 | 0 | 8 | 40 | 7 | 62 | 72 | 0.263 | 716.2 |
| 1968 | BOS | AL | 147 | 536 | 77 | 145 | 22 | 1 | 7 | 45 | 3 | 81 | 57 | 0.271 | 1693.9 |
| 1969 | BOS | AL | 121 | 464 | 79 | 136 | 26 | 2 | 15 | 59 | 1 | 71 | 53 | 0.293 | 2158.1 |
| 1970 | BOS | AL | 151 | 589 | 91 | 149 | 28 | 1 | 17 | 65 | 2 | 81 | 63 | 0.253 | 539.5 |
| 1971 | CHW | AL | 109 | 330 | 45 | 93 | 16 | 0 | 12 | 47 | 3 | 67 | 36 | 0.282 | 1674.3 |
| 1972 | CHW | AL | 148 | 505 | 58 | 111 | 18 | 0 | 7 | 50 | 2 | 70 | 78 | 0.220 | -601.1 |
| 1973 | CHW | AL | 52 | 159 | 10 | 32 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 23 | 28 | 0.201 | -502.3 |
| 1973 | OAK | AL | 18 | 21 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.190 | -502.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 17 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.235 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | ALCS | OAK | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1973 | WS | OAK | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1967 | WS | BOS | 5 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.308 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 39 | 34 | 291 | 16 | 4 | 25 |
| 2B | 787 | 764 | 1838 | 1951 | 107 | 438 |
| 3B | 6 | 4 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 10 | 3 | 11 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | BOS | 2B | 5 | 5 | 11 | 18 | 0 | 2 |
| 1967 | BOS | 2B | 139 | 135 | 303 | 345 | 16 | 63 |
| 1967 | BOS | SS | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1968 | BOS | 2B | 139 | 138 | 330 | 375 | 17 | 93 |
| 1968 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1968 | BOS | SS | 4 | 3 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1969 | BOS | 2B | 120 | 120 | 297 | 334 | 18 | 82 |
| 1970 | BOS | 2B | 148 | 147 | 342 | 350 | 19 | 74 |
| 1971 | CHA | 1B | 25 | 25 | 197 | 11 | 4 | 17 |
| 1971 | CHA | 2B | 76 | 70 | 177 | 191 | 17 | 51 |
| 1972 | CHA | 1B | 5 | 3 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 7 |
| 1972 | CHA | 2B | 145 | 143 | 354 | 325 | 19 | 69 |
| 1973 | CHA | 1B | 9 | 6 | 61 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1973 | CHA | 2B | 6 | 3 | 13 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 1973 | CHA | 3B | 5 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | OAK | 2B | 9 | 3 | 11 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 39 |
| Second Base | 786 |
| Third Base | 5 |
| Shortstop | 11 |
| Designated Hitter | 34 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 26th | 3.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1968 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 21th | 4.0 | 280 | 0 |