Eric Campbell
Born: 4/9/1987 in Norwich, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 2014-05-10 | Final Game: 2021-05-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Eric Singleton Campbell
Biography
Eric Campbell, born in 1987, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2014 to 2021. Primarily serving as a position player, Campbell played in a total of 200 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. He made his mark as a versatile utility player, contributing not only with his bat but also with his ability to adapt to various positions on the field.
Over the course of his career, Campbell recorded 100 hits and 7 home runs, driving in 44 RBIs. He posted a batting average of .223 and showcased his speed on the bases with 9 stolen bases. Although his career numbers may not place him among the sport's elite, Campbell's journey through the MLB reflected the competitive nature of the league during the late 2010s, a period characterized by both the influx of young talent and an emphasis on versatility among players. His contributions to the teams he played for remain a testament to the role of utility players in modern baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 | 449 | 54 | 100 | 18 | 0 | 7 | 44 | 9 | 54 | 117 | 0.223 | 0.312 | 0.310 | 0.622 | -872.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | NYN | NL | 85 | 190 | 16 | 50 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 3 | 17 | 55 | 0.263 | -82.7 |
| 2015 | NYN | NL | 71 | 173 | 28 | 34 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 19 | 5 | 26 | 37 | 0.197 | -413.5 |
| 2016 | NYN | NL | 40 | 75 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 24 | 0.173 | -375.9 |
| 2021 | SEA | AL | 4 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | NLWC | NYN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 45 | 33 | 277 | 20 | 2 | 33 |
| 2B | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 3B | 76 | 59 | 35 | 100 | 9 | 8 |
| OF | 29 | 11 | 34 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | NYN | 1B | 18 | 14 | 125 | 5 | 1 | 15 |
| 2014 | NYN | 2B | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 | NYN | 3B | 19 | 13 | 5 | 28 | 1 | 3 |
| 2014 | NYN | SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | NYN | OF | 23 | 8 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | NYN | 1B | 5 | 3 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 2015 | NYN | 3B | 48 | 39 | 28 | 65 | 8 | 5 |
| 2015 | NYN | OF | 4 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | NYN | 1B | 21 | 15 | 114 | 12 | 1 | 11 |
| 2016 | NYN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | NYN | 3B | 7 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | NYN | OF | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | SEA | 1B | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 | SEA | 3B | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 45 |
| Second Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 76 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
| Left Field | 26 |
| Right Field | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | NYN | NL | $513,308 |
| 2015 | NYN | NL | $511,065 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,024,373 | ||