Mike Sadek
Born: 5/30/1946 in Minneapolis, MN, USA
Died: 1/20/2021 in San Andreas, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-04-13 | Final Game: 1981-06-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Michael George Sadek
Biography
Mike Sadek was a professional baseball player born in 1946, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1973 until 1981. His career spanned parts of eight seasons, during which he appeared in 383 games. Primarily known for his defensive skills behind the plate, Sadek also contributed offensively, finishing his career with 184 hits, 5 home runs, and 74 runs batted in, while maintaining a batting average of .226. He also demonstrated base-running agility, recording 6 stolen bases throughout his time in the league.
Sadek played during a transitional period in baseball history, just before the dawn of the more offensive-minded 1980s. His ability to adapt to the evolving game and provide depth as a catcher made him a valuable asset to his teams. Although not a superstar, his contributions were integral to the success of the teams he played for and he remains a respected figure among those who appreciate the nuances of the game. After his retirement, Sadek's legacy lives on as a testament to the hard work and dedication required at the major league level.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 383 | 813 | 88 | 184 | 30 | 4 | 5 | 74 | 6 | 108 | 97 | 0.226 | 0.317 | 0.292 | 0.609 | -1645.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | SFG | NL | 39 | 66 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 11 | 8 | 0.167 | -315.0 |
| 1975 | SFG | NL | 42 | 106 | 14 | 25 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 14 | 14 | 0.236 | -141.0 |
| 1976 | SFG | NL | 55 | 93 | 8 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 11 | 10 | 0.204 | -320.7 |
| 1977 | SFG | NL | 61 | 126 | 12 | 29 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 2 | 12 | 5 | 0.230 | -364.7 |
| 1978 | SFG | NL | 40 | 109 | 15 | 26 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 11 | 0.239 | -186.2 |
| 1979 | SFG | NL | 63 | 126 | 14 | 30 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 24 | 0.238 | -282.0 |
| 1980 | SFG | NL | 64 | 151 | 14 | 38 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 0 | 27 | 18 | 0.252 | -35.6 |
| 1981 | SFG | NL | 19 | 36 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 7 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 356 | 240 | 1544 | 140 | 26 | 14 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | SFN | C | 35 | 23 | 146 | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| 1975 | SFN | C | 38 | 33 | 207 | 10 | 1 | 3 |
| 1976 | SFN | C | 51 | 27 | 191 | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| 1977 | SFN | C | 57 | 32 | 227 | 32 | 2 | 3 |
| 1978 | SFN | C | 37 | 32 | 182 | 15 | 5 | 2 |
| 1979 | SFN | C | 60 | 34 | 246 | 21 | 2 | 2 |
| 1979 | SFN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | SFN | C | 59 | 47 | 266 | 29 | 8 | 1 |
| 1981 | SFN | C | 19 | 12 | 79 | 15 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 357 |
| Right Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota | Minneapolis | MN | 1966, 1967 |