Damon Minor
Born: 1/5/1974 in Canton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-09-02 | Final Game: 2004-06-24
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'7" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: Damon Reed Minor
Biography
Damon Minor was a professional baseball player born in 1974, whose career spanned from 2000 to 2004. He served primarily as a position player and made a notable impact during his time in Major League Baseball. Over the course of his career, Minor played in 136 games, where he recorded 66 hits, 13 home runs, and 39 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .232. While Minor did not steal any bases, his contributions to his teams were characterized by a power-hitting approach that showcased his ability to drive in runs.
Minor's career unfolded during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, marked by the increasing emphasis on power hitting and offensive production. Though he did not achieve the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, his role as a reliable player off the bench and occasional starter highlighted the depth and versatility that many teams sought during the early 2000s. His journey through the league serves as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if they did not reach superstardom.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 136 | 285 | 35 | 66 | 9 | 0 | 13 | 39 | 0 | 41 | 61 | 0.232 | 0.338 | 0.400 | 0.738 | 131.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | SFG | NL | 10 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.444 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | SFG | NL | 19 | 45 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0.156 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | SFG | NL | 83 | 173 | 21 | 41 | 6 | 0 | 10 | 24 | 0 | 24 | 34 | 0.237 | 151.9 |
| 2004 | SFG | NL | 24 | 58 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 12 | 18 | 0.241 | -20.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 76 | 62 | 532 | 33 | 2 | 45 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | SFN | 1B | 4 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | SFN | 1B | 11 | 11 | 86 | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| 2002 | SFN | 1B | 44 | 35 | 310 | 20 | 1 | 29 |
| 2004 | SFN | 1B | 17 | 15 | 131 | 9 | 0 | 12 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 76 |
| Designated Hitter | 4 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | SFN | NL | $203,000 |
| 2001 | SFN | NL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $403,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma | Norman | OK | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 |