Tony Campana
Born: 5/30/1986 in Kettering, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 2011-05-17 | Final Game: 2014-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Anthony Edward Campana
Biography
Tony Campana, born in 1986, was a professional baseball player known for his speed and agility on the field. He played in Major League Baseball from 2011 to 2014, primarily as an outfielder. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 257 games and showcased his ability to disrupt opposing defenses with his base-stealing prowess, accumulating 66 stolen bases. Campana's career batting average stood at .249, with 109 hits and a total of 16 RBIs, complemented by a single home run.
Campana made his MLB debut with the Chicago Cubs and later played for the Arizona Diamondbacks, where he became recognized for his energetic playing style and ability to cover ground in the outfield. His contributions on the base paths were particularly notable, as he often served as a pinch runner or late-inning substitute, taking advantage of his speed to change the dynamics of a game. Although he played during an era dominated by power hitters, Campana's emphasis on speed and contact hitting underscored the importance of varied skill sets in the game, making him a memorable figure in the league during his tenure.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 257 | 438 | 70 | 109 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 16 | 66 | 27 | 103 | 0.249 | 0.296 | 0.288 | 0.583 | -1358.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | CHC | NL | 95 | 143 | 24 | 37 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 24 | 8 | 30 | 0.259 | -397.6 |
| 2012 | CHC | NL | 89 | 174 | 26 | 46 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 30 | 11 | 43 | 0.264 | -481.6 |
| 2013 | AZ | NL | 29 | 46 | 10 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 0.261 | -6.0 |
| 2014 | AZ | NL | 26 | 60 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 10 | 0.150 | -473.2 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | 18 | 15 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.333 | -473.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 173 | 85 | 239 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | CHN | OF | 66 | 26 | 85 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | CHN | OF | 69 | 38 | 91 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | ARI | OF | 9 | 7 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | ARI | OF | 16 | 13 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | LAA | OF | 13 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 54 |
| Center Field | 115 |
| Right Field | 9 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ARI | NL | $509,500 |
| 2013 | ARI | NL | $497,500 |
| 2012 | CHN | NL | $483,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,490,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati | Cincinnati | OH | 2007, 2008 |
| University of North Carolina at Asheville | Asheville | NC | 2005, 2006 |