Shelley Duncan
Born: 9/29/1979 in Tucson, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 2007-07-20 | Final Game: 2013-04-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: David Shelley Duncan
Biography
Shelley Duncan was a professional baseball player born in 1979, whose career spanned from 2007 to 2013. He played primarily as a position player and became known for his power-hitting capabilities during his time in Major League Baseball. Over the course of 330 games, Duncan recorded 200 hits, including 43 home runs, and drove in 144 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively to his teams. His career batting average settled at .226, and he added 2 stolen bases to his overall stats.
Duncan emerged during an era characterized by a heightened emphasis on power hitting, which made his home run production particularly valuable. He played for several teams, including the New York Yankees and the Tampa Bay Rays, and was recognized for his versatility and tenacity on the field. While his offensive numbers may not have placed him among the elite sluggers of his time, Duncan's contributions were significant in supporting team dynamics and providing pop in the lineup. His journey through professional baseball reflects the challenges and opportunities faced by players in the highly competitive landscape of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 330 | 885 | 117 | 200 | 42 | 0 | 43 | 144 | 2 | 97 | 243 | 0.226 | 0.305 | 0.419 | 0.724 | 16.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | NYY | AL | 34 | 74 | 16 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 17 | 0 | 8 | 20 | 0.257 | 206.9 |
| 2008 | NYY | AL | 23 | 57 | 7 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 7 | 13 | 0.175 | -279.0 |
| 2009 | NYY | AL | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | CLE | AL | 85 | 229 | 29 | 53 | 10 | 0 | 11 | 36 | 1 | 26 | 76 | 0.231 | 58.1 |
| 2011 | CLE | AL | 76 | 223 | 29 | 58 | 17 | 0 | 11 | 47 | 0 | 19 | 56 | 0.260 | 449.8 |
| 2012 | CLE | AL | 81 | 232 | 29 | 47 | 10 | 0 | 11 | 31 | 1 | 28 | 59 | 0.203 | -303.7 |
| 2013 | TBR | AL | 20 | 55 | 6 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 0.182 | -115.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | ALDS2 | NYA | 3 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 41 | 24 | 196 | 15 | 4 | 21 |
| OF | 168 | 140 | 235 | 15 | 3 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | NYA | 1B | 9 | 2 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| 2007 | NYA | OF | 12 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | NYA | 1B | 16 | 12 | 98 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| 2008 | NYA | OF | 4 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | NYA | OF | 8 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | CLE | 1B | 4 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 | CLE | OF | 48 | 43 | 75 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | CLE | 1B | 7 | 7 | 44 | 6 | 1 | 4 |
| 2011 | CLE | OF | 39 | 36 | 59 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | CLE | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | CLE | OF | 57 | 52 | 78 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | TBA | 1B | 4 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 41 |
| Left Field | 139 |
| Right Field | 32 |
| Designated Hitter | 90 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | CLE | AL | $500,000 |
| 2011 | CLE | AL | $500,000 |
| 2008 | NYA | AL | $398,300 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,398,300 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona | Tucson | AZ | 1999, 2000, 2001 |