Mike Lansing
Born: 4/3/1968 in Rawlins, WY, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-04-07 | Final Game: 2001-09-08
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Michael Thomas Lansing
Biography
Mike Lansing was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1993 to 2001. Born in 1968, Lansing carved out a solid career as a position player, showcasing his skills primarily as a second baseman and shortstop. Over the course of 1,110 games, he accumulated 1,124 hits, 84 home runs, and 440 RBIs, concluding his career with a batting average of .271. Known for his agility on the field, Lansing also demonstrated speed on the bases, tallying 119 stolen bases throughout his time in the league.
Lansing played during an era characterized by the increasing offensive output of players, as the late 1990s saw a surge in home run totals across the league. His ability to contribute both with his bat and glove made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the Colorado Rockies, where he began his big league journey. Lansing's well-rounded skill set exemplified the versatility needed during a transformative time in baseball history, and his achievements remain a point of reference for aspiring middle infielders.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1110 | 4150 | 554 | 1124 | 254 | 17 | 84 | 440 | 119 | 299 | 570 | 0.271 | 0.324 | 0.401 | 0.725 | -4026.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | WSN | NL | 141 | 491 | 64 | 141 | 29 | 1 | 3 | 45 | 23 | 46 | 56 | 0.287 | -81.8 |
| 1994 | WSN | NL | 106 | 394 | 44 | 105 | 21 | 2 | 5 | 35 | 12 | 30 | 37 | 0.266 | -653.6 |
| 1995 | WSN | NL | 127 | 467 | 47 | 119 | 30 | 2 | 10 | 62 | 27 | 28 | 65 | 0.255 | -921.9 |
| 1996 | WSN | NL | 159 | 641 | 99 | 183 | 40 | 2 | 11 | 53 | 23 | 44 | 85 | 0.285 | -339.1 |
| 1997 | WSN | NL | 144 | 572 | 86 | 161 | 45 | 2 | 20 | 70 | 11 | 45 | 92 | 0.281 | 737.6 |
| 1998 | COL | NL | 153 | 584 | 73 | 161 | 39 | 2 | 12 | 66 | 10 | 39 | 88 | 0.276 | -381.8 |
| 1999 | COL | NL | 35 | 145 | 24 | 45 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 2 | 7 | 22 | 0.310 | 51.2 |
| 2000 | BOS | AL | 49 | 139 | 10 | 27 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 7 | 26 | 0.194 | -1110.3 |
| 2000 | COL | NL | 90 | 365 | 62 | 94 | 14 | 6 | 11 | 47 | 8 | 31 | 49 | 0.258 | -1110.3 |
| 2001 | BOS | AL | 106 | 352 | 45 | 88 | 23 | 0 | 8 | 34 | 3 | 22 | 50 | 0.250 | -816.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 893 | 851 | 1848 | 2344 | 59 | 555 |
| 3B | 110 | 99 | 60 | 226 | 16 | 23 |
| SS | 143 | 110 | 171 | 310 | 18 | 66 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | MON | 2B | 25 | 15 | 35 | 52 | 4 | 11 |
| 1993 | MON | 3B | 81 | 74 | 50 | 162 | 13 | 19 |
| 1993 | MON | SS | 51 | 34 | 51 | 122 | 7 | 23 |
| 1994 | MON | 2B | 82 | 75 | 144 | 206 | 6 | 47 |
| 1994 | MON | 3B | 27 | 25 | 10 | 64 | 3 | 4 |
| 1994 | MON | SS | 12 | 4 | 10 | 13 | 1 | 5 |
| 1995 | MON | 2B | 127 | 127 | 306 | 373 | 6 | 77 |
| 1995 | MON | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | MON | 2B | 159 | 158 | 347 | 393 | 11 | 85 |
| 1996 | MON | SS | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | MON | 2B | 144 | 143 | 279 | 395 | 9 | 95 |
| 1998 | COL | 2B | 153 | 148 | 345 | 425 | 10 | 116 |
| 1998 | COL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | COL | 2B | 35 | 35 | 91 | 98 | 2 | 40 |
| 2000 | BOS | 2B | 49 | 38 | 73 | 106 | 0 | 12 |
| 2000 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | COL | 2B | 88 | 86 | 175 | 221 | 7 | 57 |
| 2001 | BOS | 2B | 31 | 26 | 53 | 75 | 4 | 15 |
| 2001 | BOS | SS | 76 | 71 | 108 | 172 | 10 | 37 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 893 |
| Third Base | 110 |
| Shortstop | 143 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | BOS | AL | $6,250,000 |
| 2000 | COL | NL | $6,250,000 |
| 1999 | COL | NL | $5,750,000 |
| 1998 | COL | NL | $3,950,000 |
| 1997 | MON | NL | $2,700,000 |
| 1996 | MON | NL | $315,000 |
| 1995 | MON | NL | $250,000 |
| 1994 | MON | NL | $200,000 |
| 1993 | MON | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $25,774,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita State University | Wichita | KS | 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990 |