Phil Mankowski
Born: 1/9/1953 in Buffalo, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1976-08-30 | Final Game: 1982-07-21
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Philip Anthony Mankowski
Biography
Phil Mankowski, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1976 to July 21, 1982. Primarily known as a position player, Mankowski played a total of 269 games in Major League Baseball. Over the course of his career, he recorded 195 hits, achieving a batting average of .264. His offensive contributions included 8 home runs and 64 runs batted in (RBIs), along with 3 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to contribute both with power and speed on the base paths.
Mankowski played during an era marked by a transition in baseball, as the late 1970s and early 1980s saw the game evolve in terms of player dynamics and strategies. While he may not have been a household name, Mankowski's steady presence on the field and his versatility allowed him to carve out a niche for himself within the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball. His contributions to the teams he played for reflect the spirit of determination and skill that characterized many players of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 269 | 739 | 72 | 195 | 23 | 4 | 8 | 64 | 3 | 55 | 103 | 0.264 | 0.315 | 0.338 | 0.653 | -828.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | DET | AL | 24 | 85 | 9 | 23 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0.271 | -76.3 |
| 1977 | DET | AL | 94 | 286 | 21 | 79 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 27 | 1 | 16 | 41 | 0.276 | -425.6 |
| 1978 | DET | AL | 88 | 222 | 28 | 61 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 2 | 22 | 28 | 0.275 | 101.6 |
| 1979 | DET | AL | 42 | 99 | 11 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 10 | 16 | 0.222 | -428.6 |
| 1980 | NYN | NL | 8 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | NYN | NL | 13 | 35 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.229 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 240 | 209 | 159 | 452 | 24 | 48 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | DET | 3B | 23 | 22 | 20 | 47 | 2 | 8 |
| 1977 | DET | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | DET | 3B | 85 | 77 | 73 | 196 | 10 | 15 |
| 1978 | DET | 3B | 80 | 77 | 42 | 129 | 5 | 17 |
| 1979 | DET | 3B | 36 | 22 | 22 | 56 | 3 | 6 |
| 1980 | NYN | 3B | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 1982 | NYN | 3B | 13 | 9 | 2 | 20 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 240 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |