Damian Miller
Born: 10/13/1969 in La Crosse, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-08-10 | Final Game: 2007-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 202 lbs
Full name: Damian Donald Miller
Biography
Damian Miller was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a decade-long career in Major League Baseball from 1997 to 2007. Born in 1969, Miller established himself as a reliable position player known for his solid defensive skills and ability to contribute offensively. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 989 games, where he accumulated 834 hits, 87 home runs, and 406 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .262. His versatility allowed him to be a valuable asset to the teams he played for, leading to his selection as an All-Star during his career.
Miller's playing style reflected the transition of the late 1990s and early 2000s, an era characterized by power hitting and increased offensive production across the league. While he may not have been one of the flashiest players of his time, his consistent performance and dedication to the game earned him respect among peers and fans alike. With a total of 5 stolen bases, he showcased a willingness to take calculated risks on the basepaths. Miller's contributions to the game extended beyond his statistics, as he played a significant role in fostering team chemistry and mentoring younger players throughout his career before retiring on September 30, 2007.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 989 | 3182 | 361 | 834 | 205 | 4 | 87 | 406 | 5 | 303 | 772 | 0.262 | 0.329 | 0.411 | 0.740 | -1753.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | MIN | AL | 25 | 66 | 5 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0.273 | -180.4 |
| 1998 | AZ | NL | 57 | 168 | 17 | 48 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 11 | 43 | 0.286 | 89.7 |
| 1999 | AZ | NL | 86 | 296 | 35 | 80 | 19 | 0 | 11 | 47 | 0 | 19 | 78 | 0.270 | -204.9 |
| 2000 | AZ | NL | 100 | 324 | 43 | 89 | 24 | 0 | 10 | 44 | 2 | 36 | 74 | 0.275 | 55.2 |
| 2001 | AZ | NL | 123 | 380 | 45 | 103 | 19 | 0 | 13 | 47 | 0 | 35 | 80 | 0.271 | 63.1 |
| 2002 | AZ | NL | 101 | 297 | 40 | 74 | 22 | 0 | 11 | 42 | 0 | 38 | 88 | 0.249 | 255.0 |
| 2003 | CHC | NL | 114 | 352 | 34 | 82 | 19 | 1 | 9 | 36 | 1 | 39 | 91 | 0.233 | -676.7 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | 110 | 397 | 39 | 108 | 25 | 0 | 9 | 58 | 0 | 39 | 87 | 0.272 | -181.5 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | 114 | 385 | 50 | 105 | 25 | 1 | 9 | 43 | 0 | 37 | 94 | 0.273 | 70.6 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | 101 | 331 | 34 | 83 | 28 | 0 | 6 | 38 | 0 | 33 | 86 | 0.251 | -516.9 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | 58 | 186 | 19 | 44 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 14 | 39 | 0.237 | -526.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 76 | 4 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 26 | 0.197 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | NLDS2 | CHN | 4 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 0.091 |
| 2003 | NLCS | CHN | 4 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.200 |
| 2002 | NLDS2 | ARI | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.500 |
| 2001 | WS | ARI | 6 | 21 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 0.190 |
| 2001 | NLDS2 | ARI | 5 | 15 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.267 |
| 2001 | NLCS | ARI | 5 | 17 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.176 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 4 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| C | 958 | 892 | 6696 | 510 | 35 | 56 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | MIN | C | 20 | 15 | 85 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | ARI | C | 46 | 43 | 255 | 26 | 4 | 2 |
| 1998 | ARI | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | ARI | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | ARI | C | 86 | 78 | 622 | 61 | 6 | 9 |
| 2000 | ARI | C | 97 | 91 | 681 | 47 | 6 | 4 |
| 2000 | ARI | 1B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | ARI | C | 121 | 111 | 966 | 81 | 7 | 6 |
| 2002 | ARI | C | 100 | 90 | 716 | 49 | 2 | 8 |
| 2003 | CHN | C | 114 | 103 | 940 | 73 | 3 | 6 |
| 2004 | OAK | C | 109 | 109 | 701 | 49 | 1 | 4 |
| 2005 | MIL | C | 111 | 104 | 723 | 50 | 3 | 10 |
| 2006 | MIL | C | 98 | 98 | 648 | 43 | 2 | 4 |
| 2007 | MIL | C | 56 | 50 | 359 | 28 | 1 | 2 |
| 2007 | MIL | 1B | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 958 |
| First Base | 4 |
| Right Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | MIL | NL | $2,250,000 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | $3,250,000 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | $3,250,000 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | $3,000,000 |
| 2003 | CHN | NL | $2,700,000 |
| 2002 | ARI | NL | $2,650,000 |
| 2001 | ARI | NL | $1,250,000 |
| 2000 | ARI | NL | $300,000 |
| 1999 | ARI | NL | $240,000 |
| 1998 | ARI | NL | $177,500 |
| 1997 | MIN | AL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $19,217,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viterbo University | La Crosse | WI | 1988, 1989, 1990 |