Mike Baxter
Born: 12/7/1984 in Queens, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 2010-09-06 | Final Game: 2015-07-08
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Michael Joseph Baxter
Biography
Mike Baxter, born in 1984, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2010 to 2015. Primarily serving as a position player, Baxter played in a total of 232 games over his five-year tenure in Major League Baseball. He was known for his gritty playing style and versatility on the field, contributing significantly in various roles for the teams he played with.
Over the course of his career, Baxter recorded 95 hits, including 4 home runs, and drove in 28 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .228. He also showcased his speed on the bases with 10 stolen bases, indicating his capacity to impact the game in multiple ways. Although his offensive numbers may not have placed him among the league's elite, Baxter's work ethic and determination made him a valued teammate during his time in the game. His career unfolded during a period of transition in baseball, marked by increasing emphasis on analytics and player versatility, elements that Baxter embodied throughout his playing days.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 232 | 417 | 52 | 95 | 23 | 4 | 4 | 28 | 10 | 55 | 100 | 0.228 | 0.333 | 0.331 | 0.664 | -247.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | SDP | NL | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | NYN | NL | 22 | 34 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | NYN | NL | 89 | 179 | 26 | 47 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 25 | 45 | 0.263 | 319.6 |
| 2013 | NYN | NL | 74 | 132 | 14 | 25 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 17 | 28 | 0.189 | -469.8 |
| 2014 | LAD | NL | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | CHC | NL | 34 | 57 | 6 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 0.246 | -97.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 1 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| OF | 134 | 88 | 195 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | SDN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | NYN | OF | 13 | 7 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | NYN | OF | 63 | 44 | 81 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 2013 | NYN | OF | 46 | 28 | 84 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | LAN | OF | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | CHN | 1B | 2 | 1 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | CHN | OF | 11 | 8 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 40 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 95 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | LAN | NL | $700,000 |
| 2013 | NYN | NL | $500,318 |
| 2012 | NYN | NL | $480,000 |
| 2011 | SDN | NL | $414,100 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,094,418 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia University | New York | NY | 2003 |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville | TN | 2004, 2005 |