Dan Masteller
Born: 3/17/1968 in Toledo, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-06-23 | Final Game: 1995-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Dan Patrick Masteller
Biography
Dan Masteller was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 1996. Born in 1968, Masteller made his mark during a brief career that spanned parts of two seasons. He appeared in 71 games, where he showcased his skills as a versatile player. Over the course of his time in the majors, he recorded 47 hits, including 3 home runs, and drove in 21 runs, finishing with a batting average of .237. Additionally, he demonstrated his speed on the bases with 1 stolen base.
Masteller's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by a shift towards offensive production and power hitting. While his time in the spotlight was limited, he contributed to the teams he played for and left a mark as a player who persevered at the highest level of the sport. After his retirement, Masteller's experiences in the game provided him with a unique perspective on the evolution of baseball, further enriching the tapestry of the sport's history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | 198 | 21 | 47 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 1 | 18 | 19 | 0.237 | 0.303 | 0.343 | 0.646 | -537.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 71 | 198 | 21 | 47 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 1 | 18 | 19 | 0.237 | -537.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 48 | 33 | 333 | 21 | 2 | 35 |
| OF | 22 | 13 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | MIN | 1B | 48 | 33 | 333 | 21 | 2 | 35 |
| 1995 | MIN | OF | 22 | 13 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 48 |
| Left Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 16 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | MIN | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $109,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University | East Lansing | MI | 1987, 1988, 1989 |