Shane Halter
Born: 11/8/1969 in La Plata, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-04-06 | Final Game: 2004-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Shane David Halter
Biography
Shane Halter, born in 1969, was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1997 to 2004. Over the course of his career, Halter played in 690 games, amassing a total of 468 hits, including 45 home runs and 197 RBIs. He finished his career with a batting average of .246 and contributed 17 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game both offensively and defensively. Known for his adaptability, Halter played multiple positions, which provided his teams with valuable flexibility during his tenure in the league.
Halter's career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball, marked by the increasing offensive output of the late 1990s and early 2000s. While he may not have been a superstar, his contributions were significant in supporting the teams he played for, including the Detroit Tigers and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. His work ethic and ability to perform in various roles made him a respected figure in the clubhouse, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of players who helped bridge the transition into a more power-centric era of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 690 | 1899 | 201 | 468 | 93 | 18 | 45 | 197 | 17 | 146 | 414 | 0.246 | 0.303 | 0.385 | 0.688 | -3708.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | KCR | AL | 74 | 123 | 16 | 34 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 10 | 28 | 0.276 | -80.1 |
| 1998 | KCR | AL | 86 | 204 | 17 | 45 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 2 | 12 | 38 | 0.221 | -976.6 |
| 1999 | NYN | NL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | DET | AL | 105 | 238 | 26 | 62 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 27 | 5 | 14 | 49 | 0.261 | -752.4 |
| 2001 | DET | AL | 136 | 450 | 53 | 128 | 32 | 7 | 12 | 65 | 3 | 37 | 100 | 0.284 | 545.1 |
| 2002 | DET | AL | 122 | 410 | 46 | 98 | 22 | 6 | 10 | 39 | 0 | 39 | 92 | 0.239 | -560.0 |
| 2003 | DET | AL | 114 | 360 | 33 | 78 | 5 | 2 | 12 | 30 | 2 | 27 | 77 | 0.217 | -1421.1 |
| 2004 | LAA | AL | 46 | 114 | 10 | 23 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 7 | 30 | 0.202 | -463.2 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | KCR | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | - |
| 2000 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 55 | 32 | 345 | 27 | 3 | 46 |
| 2B | 68 | 36 | 80 | 133 | 3 | 23 |
| 3B | 262 | 180 | 168 | 409 | 39 | 46 |
| C | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 61 | 31 | 80 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| P | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 262 | 214 | 356 | 700 | 40 | 138 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | KCA | 2B | 18 | 7 | 16 | 22 | 0 | 5 |
| 1997 | KCA | 3B | 12 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | KCA | SS | 5 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| 1997 | KCA | OF | 32 | 14 | 37 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | KCA | P | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | KCA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | KCA | 2B | 6 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | KCA | 3B | 8 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | KCA | SS | 66 | 45 | 73 | 166 | 9 | 29 |
| 1998 | KCA | OF | 9 | 6 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | NYN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | NYN | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | DET | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | DET | C | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | DET | 1B | 29 | 18 | 172 | 14 | 1 | 21 |
| 2000 | DET | 2B | 10 | 1 | 12 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
| 2000 | DET | 3B | 55 | 28 | 26 | 63 | 6 | 11 |
| 2000 | DET | SS | 17 | 8 | 19 | 33 | 1 | 8 |
| 2000 | DET | OF | 8 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | DET | 1B | 8 | 6 | 69 | 7 | 0 | 10 |
| 2001 | DET | 3B | 74 | 60 | 57 | 150 | 17 | 12 |
| 2001 | DET | SS | 62 | 60 | 97 | 169 | 9 | 46 |
| 2002 | DET | 1B | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | DET | 2B | 4 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 2 |
| 2002 | DET | 3B | 30 | 24 | 21 | 45 | 4 | 9 |
| 2002 | DET | SS | 81 | 78 | 122 | 253 | 15 | 37 |
| 2002 | DET | OF | 8 | 6 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | DET | 1B | 12 | 7 | 84 | 4 | 2 | 13 |
| 2003 | DET | 2B | 24 | 22 | 40 | 74 | 0 | 12 |
| 2003 | DET | 3B | 50 | 42 | 36 | 98 | 2 | 12 |
| 2003 | DET | SS | 27 | 18 | 33 | 62 | 5 | 14 |
| 2003 | DET | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | ANA | 1B | 4 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2004 | ANA | 2B | 6 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 2004 | ANA | 3B | 33 | 22 | 26 | 46 | 10 | 2 |
| 2004 | ANA | SS | 3 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
| Catcher | 2 |
| First Base | 55 |
| Second Base | 68 |
| Third Base | 262 |
| Shortstop | 262 |
| Left Field | 27 |
| Center Field | 16 |
| Right Field | 24 |
| Designated Hitter | 14 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | ANA | AL | $575,000 |
| 2003 | DET | AL | $2,150,000 |
| 2002 | DET | AL | $1,500,000 |
| 2001 | DET | AL | $420,000 |
| 2000 | DET | AL | $236,000 |
| 1998 | KCA | AL | $200,000 |
| 1997 | KCA | AL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,231,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seminole State College | Seminole | OK | 1989, 1990 |
| University of Texas at Austin | Austin | TX | 1991 |