Bill Haselman
Born: 5/25/1966 in Long Branch, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-09-03 | Final Game: 2003-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: William Joseph Haselman
Biography
Bill Haselman was an American professional baseball player, born in 1966, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball during his career from 1990 to 2003. Primarily known as a position player, Haselman played in 589 games across various teams, showcasing his versatility on the field. He recorded 416 hits, including 47 home runs and 210 runs batted in, while maintaining a batting average of .259. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the bases with a total of 9 stolen bases throughout his career.
Haselman's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the emergence of power hitters and evolving offensive strategies. He was known for his solid defensive skills and ability to contribute in clutch situations, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. Over the course of his career, Haselman played for several franchises, including the Texas Rangers and the Seattle Mariners, leaving a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike. His achievements reflect the competitive spirit of the game during the 1990s and early 2000s, a time characterized by high-scoring contests and a dynamic approach to baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 589 | 1606 | 185 | 416 | 94 | 3 | 47 | 210 | 9 | 114 | 300 | 0.259 | 0.311 | 0.409 | 0.720 | -1533.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | TEX | AL | 7 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | 8 | 19 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.263 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | SEA | AL | 58 | 137 | 21 | 35 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 19 | 0.255 | -13.8 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | 38 | 83 | 11 | 16 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 0.193 | -410.0 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 64 | 152 | 22 | 37 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 23 | 0 | 17 | 30 | 0.243 | -158.6 |
| 1996 | BOS | AL | 77 | 237 | 33 | 65 | 13 | 1 | 8 | 34 | 4 | 19 | 52 | 0.274 | 1.6 |
| 1997 | BOS | AL | 67 | 212 | 22 | 50 | 15 | 0 | 6 | 26 | 0 | 15 | 44 | 0.236 | -440.5 |
| 1998 | TEX | AL | 40 | 105 | 11 | 33 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 17 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 0.314 | 226.7 |
| 1999 | DET | AL | 48 | 143 | 13 | 39 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 26 | 0.273 | -162.7 |
| 2000 | TEX | AL | 62 | 193 | 23 | 53 | 18 | 0 | 6 | 26 | 0 | 15 | 36 | 0.275 | -6.0 |
| 2001 | TEX | AL | 47 | 130 | 12 | 37 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 25 | 0 | 8 | 27 | 0.285 | -73.9 |
| 2002 | TEX | AL | 69 | 179 | 16 | 44 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 0 | 11 | 25 | 0.246 | -496.2 |
| 2003 | BOS | AL | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ALDS1 | BOS | 1 | 2 | 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 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 524 | 410 | 2828 | 187 | 27 | 18 |
| OF | 6 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | TEX | C | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SEA | C | 5 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SEA | OF | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | SEA | C | 49 | 29 | 236 | 17 | 2 | 2 |
| 1993 | SEA | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | SEA | C | 33 | 21 | 155 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 1994 | SEA | OF | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | BOS | C | 48 | 36 | 257 | 16 | 3 | 0 |
| 1995 | BOS | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | BOS | C | 69 | 60 | 494 | 33 | 3 | 6 |
| 1996 | BOS | 1B | 2 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1997 | BOS | C | 66 | 60 | 373 | 40 | 7 | 4 |
| 1998 | TEX | C | 36 | 25 | 176 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | DET | C | 39 | 37 | 231 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | TEX | C | 62 | 54 | 336 | 20 | 4 | 4 |
| 2001 | TEX | C | 47 | 35 | 234 | 13 | 0 | 2 |
| 2002 | TEX | C | 67 | 49 | 310 | 19 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 | BOS | C | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 524 |
| First Base | 3 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 39 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | TEX | AL | $800,000 |
| 2001 | TEX | AL | $800,000 |
| 2000 | TEX | AL | $1,100,000 |
| 1999 | DET | AL | $650,000 |
| 1998 | TEX | AL | $625,000 |
| 1997 | BOS | AL | $650,000 |
| 1996 | BOS | AL | $310,000 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | $200,000 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | $175,000 |
| 1993 | SEA | AL | $122,500 |
| 1992 | TEX | AL | $109,000 |
| 1990 | TEX | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,641,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Los Angeles | Los Angeles | CA | 1986, 1987 |