Sal Fasano, baseball player, 1996-2008

Sal Fasano

Born: 8/10/1971 in Chicago, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1996-04-03 | Final Game: 2008-09-14

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Salvatore Frank Fasano

Biography

Sal Fasano was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a career spanning from 1996 to 2008. Born in 1971, Fasano primarily played as a position player, demonstrating versatility on the field throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. Over the course of 427 games, he compiled a batting average of .221, with a total of 245 hits, 47 home runs, and 140 runs batted in (RBIs). His playing style was characterized by a rugged approach, often embodying the grit and determination typical of players from the late 1990s and early 2000s. Fasano's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by significant changes in player training, nutrition, and the overall dynamics of the game. While he may not have been a perennial All-Star, Fasano made meaningful contributions to each team he played for, including the Philadelphia Phillies, Kansas City Royals, and New York Yankees, among others. In addition to his offensive statistics, he displayed a willingness to embrace the role of a veteran presence in the clubhouse, providing guidance to younger players navigating the challenges of professional baseball. Fasano's journey through the major leagues remains a testament to the dedication and perseverance required to succeed in the world of professional sports.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
427 1109 136 245 49 0 47 140 2 72 327 0.221 0.295 0.392 0.687 -1267.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2000 ALDS1 OAK 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 7 0 16 0 0 2
3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
C 415 340 2189 166 31 20

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 415
First Base 7
Third Base 1
Designated Hitter 6

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2006 PHI NL $425,000
2001 OAK AL $375,000
2000 OAK AL $240,000
1998 KCA AL $175,000
1996 KCA AL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $1,324,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Evansville Evansville IN 1990, 1992, 1993