Steve Holm
Born: 10/21/1979 in Sacramento, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-04-04 | Final Game: 2011-04-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Stephen Robert Holm
Biography
Steve Holm was a professional baseball player born in 1979, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2008 to 2011. Over his career, Holm participated in 59 games, where he showcased his skills primarily as a catcher and infielder. He finished his career with a batting average of .241, accumulating 26 hits, including one home run and six runs batted in. Known for his defensive capabilities behind the plate, Holm contributed to his teams not only with his bat but also with his keen understanding of the game.
Holm's career spanned a transformative period in baseball, marked by the increasing emphasis on player specialization and the evolution of catching techniques. Despite limited playing time, his perseverance and commitment to the sport were evident throughout his tenure in the league. Holms's journey through professional baseball reflects the challenges faced by many players striving to establish themselves in a competitive environment, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of the game’s history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | 108 | 12 | 26 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 13 | 20 | 0.241 | 0.336 | 0.361 | 0.697 | 43.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SFG | NL | 49 | 84 | 10 | 22 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 10 | 16 | 0.262 | 43.8 |
| 2009 | SFG | NL | 4 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | MIN | AL | 6 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.118 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 52 | 26 | 237 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SFN | C | 42 | 19 | 190 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | SFN | C | 4 | 2 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | MIN | C | 6 | 5 | 33 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 52 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SFN | NL | $390,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $390,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| American River College | Sacramento | CA | 1999 |
| Oral Roberts University | Tulsa | OK | 2000, 2001 |