Angel Sanchez
Born: 9/20/1983 in Humacao, P.R.
MLB Debut: 2006-09-23 | Final Game: 2013-04-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Angel Luis Sanchez
Biography
Angel Sanchez was a professional baseball player born in 1983, who had a career spanning from 2006 to 2013. Primarily known for his role as a position player, Sanchez appeared in a total of 185 games during his time in Major League Baseball. Over the course of his career, he recorded 145 hits, contributing to a batting average of .254. Sanchez demonstrated versatility and resilience on the field, accumulating 54 RBIs and marking his presence with a single home run. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases with three stolen bases.
Sanchez played during a transitional period in baseball, where the game was experiencing a blend of traditional playing styles and the increasing emphasis on power hitting. While he was not known for his home run prowess, his ability to make contact and drive in runs highlighted his role as a dependable player in the lineup. Though his career was relatively brief, Angel Sanchez left a mark as a player who contributed meaningfully to his teams during his tenure in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 | 570 | 67 | 145 | 19 | 4 | 1 | 54 | 3 | 38 | 93 | 0.254 | 0.303 | 0.307 | 0.610 | -1320.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | KCR | AL | 8 | 27 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | HOU | NL | 65 | 250 | 30 | 70 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 11 | 45 | 0.280 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | HOU | NL | 110 | 288 | 35 | 69 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 28 | 3 | 27 | 44 | 0.240 | -916.1 |
| 2013 | CHW | AL | 1 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 32 | 25 | 58 | 90 | 0 | 28 |
| 3B | 10 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 2 |
| SS | 108 | 97 | 139 | 270 | 12 | 55 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | KCA | 2B | 4 | 4 | 13 | 22 | 0 | 3 |
| 2006 | KCA | SS | 4 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 | BOS | SS | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 | HOU | 2B | 8 | 7 | 14 | 19 | 0 | 5 |
| 2010 | HOU | SS | 57 | 54 | 79 | 128 | 5 | 29 |
| 2011 | HOU | 2B | 19 | 14 | 31 | 48 | 0 | 20 |
| 2011 | HOU | 3B | 10 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 | HOU | SS | 46 | 41 | 58 | 129 | 7 | 22 |
| 2013 | CHA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 32 |
| Third Base | 10 |
| Shortstop | 108 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | CHA | AL | $505,000 |
| 2011 | HOU | NL | $432,500 |
| 2007 | KCA | AL | $380,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,317,500 | ||