Mike Marshall
Born: 1/12/1960 in Libertyville, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1981-09-07 | Final Game: 1991-08-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Michael Allen Marshall
Biography
Mike Marshall was a professional baseball player born in 1960, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1981 until his retirement in 1991. Primarily known as a position player, Marshall played a total of 1,035 games throughout his career, amassing 971 hits and showcasing his power with 148 home runs and 530 RBIs. With a batting average of .270, he demonstrated a consistent ability to contribute offensively, supported by 26 stolen bases that highlighted his speed on the basepaths.
Marshall's career was marked by an All-Star selection, reflecting his recognition among peers and fans as a standout player during his era. He played in a time when the game was transitioning into a more power-oriented style, yet he balanced his offensive prowess with an ability to get on base. His contributions to the teams he played for were significant, and his career statistics illustrate a player who made the most of his time on the field, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1035 | 3593 | 433 | 971 | 173 | 8 | 148 | 530 | 26 | 247 | 810 | 0.270 | 0.321 | 0.446 | 0.768 | 5019.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | LAD | NL | 14 | 25 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | LAD | NL | 49 | 95 | 10 | 23 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 13 | 23 | 0.242 | 144.2 |
| 1983 | LAD | NL | 140 | 465 | 47 | 132 | 17 | 1 | 17 | 65 | 7 | 43 | 127 | 0.284 | 911.1 |
| 1984 | LAD | NL | 134 | 495 | 68 | 127 | 27 | 0 | 21 | 65 | 4 | 40 | 93 | 0.257 | 551.2 |
| 1985 | LAD | NL | 135 | 518 | 72 | 152 | 27 | 2 | 28 | 95 | 3 | 37 | 137 | 0.293 | 1885.4 |
| 1986 | LAD | NL | 103 | 330 | 47 | 77 | 11 | 0 | 19 | 53 | 4 | 27 | 90 | 0.233 | 96.0 |
| 1987 | LAD | NL | 104 | 402 | 45 | 118 | 19 | 0 | 16 | 72 | 0 | 18 | 79 | 0.294 | 339.5 |
| 1988 | LAD | NL | 144 | 542 | 63 | 150 | 27 | 2 | 20 | 82 | 4 | 24 | 93 | 0.277 | 782.8 |
| 1989 | LAD | NL | 105 | 377 | 41 | 98 | 21 | 1 | 11 | 42 | 2 | 33 | 78 | 0.260 | 357.7 |
| 1990 | BOS | AL | 30 | 112 | 10 | 32 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 4 | 26 | 0.286 | 147.8 |
| 1990 | NYN | NL | 53 | 163 | 24 | 39 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 27 | 0 | 7 | 40 | 0.239 | 147.8 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | 22 | 62 | 4 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 0.290 | -41.7 |
| 1991 | LAA | AL | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | -41.7 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 85 | 7 | 18 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 13 | 4 | 24 | 0.212 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | ALCS | BOS | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 |
| 1988 | NLCS | LAN | 7 | 30 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 0.233 |
| 1988 | WS | LAN | 5 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0.231 |
| 1985 | NLCS | LAN | 6 | 23 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0.217 |
| 1983 | NLCS | LAN | 4 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0.133 |
| 1981 | NWDIV | LAN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 180 | 157 | 1381 | 111 | 12 | 102 |
| 3B | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 777 | 744 | 1219 | 39 | 28 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | LAN | 1B | 3 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1981 | LAN | 3B | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | LAN | OF | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | LAN | 1B | 13 | 3 | 100 | 5 | 2 | 6 |
| 1982 | LAN | OF | 19 | 15 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | LAN | 1B | 33 | 28 | 235 | 18 | 2 | 15 |
| 1983 | LAN | OF | 109 | 102 | 160 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 1984 | LAN | 1B | 15 | 13 | 131 | 8 | 1 | 11 |
| 1984 | LAN | OF | 118 | 114 | 200 | 9 | 4 | 1 |
| 1985 | LAN | 1B | 7 | 7 | 59 | 3 | 2 | 7 |
| 1985 | LAN | OF | 125 | 125 | 206 | 9 | 2 | 2 |
| 1986 | LAN | OF | 97 | 86 | 149 | 8 | 6 | 1 |
| 1987 | LAN | OF | 102 | 102 | 147 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1988 | LAN | 1B | 53 | 51 | 468 | 45 | 2 | 31 |
| 1988 | LAN | OF | 90 | 88 | 137 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| 1989 | LAN | OF | 102 | 98 | 179 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 1990 | BOS | 1B | 8 | 7 | 42 | 7 | 0 | 5 |
| 1990 | BOS | OF | 8 | 8 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | NYN | 1B | 42 | 42 | 277 | 24 | 2 | 19 |
| 1990 | NYN | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | BOS | 1B | 5 | 5 | 46 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 1991 | BOS | OF | 4 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | CAL | 1B | 1 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 180 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 124 |
| Right Field | 657 |
| Designated Hitter | 22 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Player of the Week | Week of 1985-09-14 |
| 1983 | Player of the Week | Week of 1983-09-09 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | BOS | AL | $1,300,000 |
| 1990 | NYN | NL | $1,100,000 |
| 1989 | LAN | NL | $1,100,000 |
| 1988 | LAN | NL | $760,000 |
| 1987 | LAN | NL | $670,000 |
| 1986 | LAN | NL | $650,000 |
| 1985 | LAN | NL | $333,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,913,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 14th | 11.0 | 336 | 0 |