Billy Sadler
Born: 9/21/1981 in Pensacola, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2006-09-15 | Final Game: 2009-09-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: William Henry Sadler
Biography
Billy Sadler, born in 1981, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball, spanning from 2006 to 2009. He primarily played as a position player, appearing in 39 games during his time in the league. Despite his potential and the promise that often accompanies young talents, Sadler finished his career without recording any hits, home runs, or RBIs, resulting in a batting average of 0.0. His performance, while not reflective of the typical aspirations of a professional athlete, highlights the challenges and unpredictability that can accompany a career in baseball.
Throughout his time in the majors, Sadler faced fierce competition and the realities of roster dynamics that often leave players struggling for opportunities. His tenure in the league coincided with a period of significant evolution in baseball, characterized by the increasing emphasis on analytics and a growing focus on player performance metrics. While he may not have achieved statistical milestones, Sadler’s journey through professional baseball serves as a reminder of the many athletes who strive for success in a sport that often rewards only a select few.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49.7 | 41 | 25 | 8 | 30 | 50 | 4.53 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | SFG | NL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 6.75 | - |
| 2008 | SFG | NL | 0 | 1 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 44.3 | 34 | 20 | 27 | 42 | 4.06 | - |
| 2009 | HOU | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 13.50 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | SFG | NL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | SFG | NL | 33 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | HOU | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 39 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | SFN | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | SFN | P | 33 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | HOU | P | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 39 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensacola Junior College | Pensacola | FL | 2001, 2002 |
| Louisiana State University | Baton Rouge | LA | 2003 |