Sean Green
Born: 4/20/1979 in Louisville, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 2006-05-02 | Final Game: 2011-05-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: Sean William Green
Biography
Sean Green, born in 1979, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 2006 until his retirement in 2011. Known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound, Green made significant contributions to his teams during his five-year career. He finished with a record of 10-12 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.41, showcasing his ability to handle various pitching roles. Throughout his career, he recorded 203 strikeouts and achieved 2 saves, demonstrating his effectiveness in high-pressure situations.
Green's playing era was marked by a transition in baseball, as teams began to emphasize specialized roles and advanced analytics in player performance. His right-handed pitching style, characterized by a mix of fastballs and breaking pitches, allowed him to compete effectively against both left- and right-handed batters. While his career statistics may not place him among the game's elite, Green's contributions to the teams he played for reflected the dedication and hard work that defined many players of his generation. His journey through the majors highlights the diverse paths athletes take in the pursuit of success in professional sports.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 12 | 264 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 269.7 | 276 | 132 | 13 | 133 | 203 | 4.41 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32.0 | 34 | 16 | 13 | 15 | 4.50 | 79.6 |
| 2007 | SEA | AL | 5 | 2 | 64 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 68.0 | 77 | 29 | 34 | 53 | 3.84 | 1340.4 |
| 2008 | SEA | AL | 4 | 5 | 72 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 79.0 | 80 | 41 | 36 | 62 | 4.67 | 1350.4 |
| 2009 | NYN | NL | 1 | 4 | 79 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 69.7 | 64 | 35 | 36 | 54 | 4.52 | -169.4 |
| 2010 | NYN | NL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.3 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 3.86 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | MIL | NL | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 14 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 5.40 | 167.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 264 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | SEA | AL | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | SEA | AL | 64 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | SEA | AL | 72 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | NYN | NL | 79 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | NYN | NL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | MIL | NL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 264 | 0 | 20 | 40 | 5 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | SEA | P | 24 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | SEA | P | 64 | 0 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 | SEA | P | 72 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 2009 | NYN | P | 79 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 2 |
| 2010 | NYN | P | 11 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | MIL | P | 14 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 264 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | MIL | NL | $875,000 |
| 2010 | NYN | NL | $975,000 |
| 2009 | NYN | NL | $471,000 |
| 2008 | SEA | AL | $405,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,726,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Louisville | Louisville | KY | 1998, 1999, 2000 |