Shawn Green
Born: 11/10/1972 in Des Plaines, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-09-28 | Final Game: 2007-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Shawn David Green
Biography
Shawn Green was an accomplished Major League Baseball player who made a significant impact during his career from 1993 to 2007. Born in 1972, he played primarily as a position player and showcased his impressive skills across multiple teams, most notably the Los Angeles Dodgers. Over the course of 1951 games, Green recorded 2003 hits, 328 home runs, and 1070 RBIs, finishing his career with a commendable batting average of .283. His speed on the bases was evident as he notched 162 stolen bases, adding another dimension to his offensive capabilities.
Green's talent did not go unnoticed, as he was selected as an All-Star twice during his career. Known for his powerful swing and consistent hitting, he was a key contributor in the offensive lineup of any team he played for. His ability to combine power with speed made him one of the more dynamic players of his era, helping to redefine the role of the modern outfielder. Shawn Green's legacy in baseball is marked not only by his impressive statistical achievements but also by his influence on the game during a time when the offensive output was becoming increasingly celebrated.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | 7082 | 1129 | 2003 | 445 | 35 | 328 | 1070 | 162 | 744 | 1315 | 0.283 | 0.355 | 0.494 | 0.850 | 17980.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | TOR | AL | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | TOR | AL | 14 | 33 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | TOR | AL | 121 | 379 | 52 | 109 | 31 | 4 | 15 | 54 | 1 | 20 | 68 | 0.288 | 620.9 |
| 1996 | TOR | AL | 132 | 422 | 52 | 118 | 32 | 3 | 11 | 45 | 5 | 33 | 75 | 0.280 | 223.8 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | 135 | 429 | 57 | 123 | 22 | 4 | 16 | 53 | 14 | 36 | 99 | 0.287 | 534.0 |
| 1998 | TOR | AL | 158 | 630 | 106 | 175 | 33 | 4 | 35 | 100 | 35 | 50 | 142 | 0.278 | 1420.3 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | 153 | 614 | 134 | 190 | 45 | 0 | 42 | 123 | 20 | 66 | 117 | 0.309 | 3286.5 |
| 2000 | LAD | NL | 162 | 610 | 98 | 164 | 44 | 4 | 24 | 99 | 24 | 90 | 121 | 0.269 | 1069.3 |
| 2001 | LAD | NL | 161 | 619 | 121 | 184 | 31 | 4 | 49 | 125 | 20 | 72 | 107 | 0.297 | 3654.1 |
| 2002 | LAD | NL | 158 | 582 | 110 | 166 | 31 | 1 | 42 | 114 | 8 | 93 | 112 | 0.285 | 3393.4 |
| 2003 | LAD | NL | 160 | 611 | 84 | 171 | 49 | 2 | 19 | 85 | 6 | 68 | 112 | 0.280 | 1050.2 |
| 2004 | LAD | NL | 157 | 590 | 92 | 157 | 28 | 1 | 28 | 86 | 5 | 71 | 114 | 0.266 | 923.2 |
| 2005 | AZ | NL | 158 | 581 | 87 | 166 | 37 | 4 | 22 | 73 | 8 | 62 | 95 | 0.286 | 1333.3 |
| 2006 | AZ | NL | 115 | 417 | 59 | 118 | 22 | 3 | 11 | 51 | 4 | 37 | 64 | 0.283 | 146.9 |
| 2006 | NYN | NL | 34 | 113 | 14 | 29 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 0 | 8 | 18 | 0.257 | 146.9 |
| 2007 | NYN | NL | 130 | 446 | 62 | 130 | 30 | 1 | 10 | 46 | 11 | 37 | 62 | 0.291 | 332.7 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 48 | 6 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 0.292 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | NLCS | NYN | 7 | 23 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 0.304 |
| 2006 | NLDS1 | NYN | 2 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 |
| 2004 | NLDS1 | LAN | 4 | 16 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 142 | 128 | 1072 | 64 | 6 | 98 |
| OF | 1733 | 1663 | 3301 | 88 | 48 | 24 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | TOR | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | TOR | OF | 14 | 9 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | TOR | OF | 109 | 97 | 207 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| 1996 | TOR | OF | 127 | 114 | 254 | 10 | 2 | 3 |
| 1997 | TOR | OF | 91 | 81 | 173 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| 1998 | TOR | OF | 157 | 147 | 311 | 14 | 7 | 4 |
| 1999 | TOR | OF | 152 | 152 | 340 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 | LAN | OF | 161 | 161 | 280 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| 2001 | LAN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 | LAN | OF | 159 | 159 | 312 | 8 | 6 | 0 |
| 2002 | LAN | OF | 156 | 156 | 333 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| 2003 | LAN | OF | 157 | 157 | 261 | 9 | 5 | 1 |
| 2004 | LAN | 1B | 111 | 107 | 879 | 53 | 5 | 82 |
| 2004 | LAN | OF | 52 | 46 | 81 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2005 | ARI | OF | 155 | 149 | 313 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 | ARI | 1B | 12 | 10 | 105 | 6 | 0 | 12 |
| 2006 | ARI | OF | 100 | 98 | 164 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 2006 | NYN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | NYN | OF | 31 | 30 | 56 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2007 | NYN | 1B | 17 | 10 | 81 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| 2007 | NYN | OF | 110 | 107 | 203 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 142 |
| Left Field | 55 |
| Center Field | 78 |
| Right Field | 1630 |
| Designated Hitter | 44 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Player of the Week | Week of 2005-06-12 |
| 2002 | Player of the Week | Week of 2002-05-25 |
| 1999 | Gold Glove | OF |
| 1999 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 1999 | TSN All-Star | OF |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | NYN | NL | $9,500,000 |
| 2006 | ARI | NL | $10,213,898 |
| 2005 | ARI | NL | $7,833,333 |
| 2004 | LAN | NL | $16,666,667 |
| 2003 | LAN | NL | $15,666,667 |
| 2002 | LAN | NL | $13,416,667 |
| 2001 | LAN | NL | $12,166,667 |
| 2000 | LAN | NL | $9,416,667 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | $3,125,000 |
| 1998 | TOR | AL | $1,475,000 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | $500,000 |
| 1996 | TOR | AL | $287,500 |
| 1995 | TOR | AL | $130,000 |
| 1994 | TOR | AL | $109,000 |
| 1993 | TOR | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $100,616,066 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 5th | 146.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2001 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 6th | 112.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 1999 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 9th | 44.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1995 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 5th | 8.0 | 140 | 0 |