Freddy Sanchez
Born: 12/21/1977 in Hollywood, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-09-10 | Final Game: 2011-06-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Frederick Philip Sanchez
Biography
Freddy Sanchez was a skilled professional baseball player who graced the Major Leagues from 2002 to 2011. Born in 1977, Sanchez emerged as a prominent position player known for his exceptional hitting ability and defensive prowess. Over the course of his career, he played in 904 games, accumulating 1,012 hits and achieving a commendable batting average of .297. His offensive contributions included 48 home runs and 371 RBIs, showcasing his capacity to drive in runs and produce at the plate. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the bases with 13 stolen bases.
Sanchez's career was marked by notable recognition, as he was selected as an All-Star three times during his tenure. He became particularly well-known for his role with the Pittsburgh Pirates and later the San Francisco Giants, where he played a pivotal part in their success. His consistent hitting and reliability in the field made him a valuable asset to his teams, and he was respected by teammates and opponents alike. Sanchez's ability to perform at a high level during a competitive era in baseball helped solidify his place in the sport's history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 904 | 3402 | 434 | 1012 | 215 | 17 | 48 | 371 | 13 | 180 | 420 | 0.297 | 0.335 | 0.413 | 0.748 | 17.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | BOS | AL | 12 | 16 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | BOS | AL | 20 | 34 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | PIT | NL | 9 | 19 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.158 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | PIT | NL | 132 | 453 | 54 | 132 | 26 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 2 | 27 | 36 | 0.291 | -182.1 |
| 2006 | PIT | NL | 157 | 582 | 85 | 200 | 53 | 2 | 6 | 85 | 3 | 31 | 52 | 0.344 | 1279.2 |
| 2007 | PIT | NL | 147 | 602 | 77 | 183 | 42 | 4 | 11 | 81 | 0 | 32 | 76 | 0.304 | 300.3 |
| 2008 | PIT | NL | 145 | 569 | 75 | 154 | 26 | 2 | 9 | 52 | 0 | 21 | 63 | 0.271 | -1386.6 |
| 2009 | PIT | NL | 86 | 355 | 45 | 105 | 28 | 3 | 6 | 34 | 5 | 20 | 60 | 0.296 | 142.2 |
| 2009 | SFG | NL | 25 | 102 | 11 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0.284 | 142.2 |
| 2010 | SFG | NL | 111 | 431 | 55 | 126 | 22 | 1 | 7 | 47 | 3 | 32 | 68 | 0.292 | 122.2 |
| 2011 | SFG | NL | 60 | 239 | 21 | 69 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 24 | 0 | 13 | 35 | 0.289 | 53.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 63 | 5 | 16 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 0.254 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | NLCS | SFN | 6 | 25 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.320 |
| 2010 | WS | SFN | 5 | 22 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0.273 |
| 2010 | NLDS2 | SFN | 4 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.125 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 646 | 617 | 1298 | 1586 | 30 | 440 |
| 3B | 172 | 151 | 102 | 385 | 10 | 43 |
| SS | 55 | 36 | 66 | 128 | 5 | 29 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | BOS | 2B | 5 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | BOS | SS | 5 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | BOS | 2B | 3 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | BOS | 3B | 7 | 4 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | BOS | SS | 6 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | PIT | 2B | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | PIT | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | PIT | SS | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | PIT | 2B | 58 | 39 | 108 | 115 | 2 | 40 |
| 2005 | PIT | 3B | 65 | 55 | 39 | 130 | 4 | 19 |
| 2005 | PIT | SS | 11 | 6 | 11 | 25 | 0 | 3 |
| 2006 | PIT | 2B | 23 | 18 | 39 | 41 | 0 | 15 |
| 2006 | PIT | 3B | 99 | 92 | 59 | 243 | 6 | 24 |
| 2006 | PIT | SS | 28 | 27 | 47 | 88 | 4 | 24 |
| 2007 | PIT | 2B | 146 | 146 | 313 | 379 | 9 | 121 |
| 2007 | PIT | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | PIT | 2B | 131 | 131 | 291 | 355 | 7 | 104 |
| 2009 | PIT | 2B | 85 | 84 | 184 | 224 | 2 | 63 |
| 2009 | SFN | 2B | 25 | 25 | 44 | 65 | 3 | 12 |
| 2010 | SFN | 2B | 109 | 108 | 198 | 256 | 4 | 52 |
| 2011 | SFN | 2B | 58 | 58 | 105 | 136 | 3 | 30 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 646 |
| Third Base | 172 |
| Shortstop | 55 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | SFN | NL | $6,000,000 |
| 2011 | SFN | NL | $6,000,000 |
| 2010 | SFN | NL | $6,000,000 |
| 2009 | PIT | NL | $6,250,000 |
| 2008 | PIT | NL | $4,150,000 |
| 2007 | PIT | NL | $2,750,000 |
| 2006 | PIT | NL | $342,000 |
| 2005 | PIT | NL | $322,000 |
| 2004 | PIT | NL | $303,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $32,117,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale Community College | Glendale | CA | 1997, 1998 |
| Dallas Baptist University | Dallas | TX | 1999 |
| Oklahoma City University | Oklahoma City | OK | 2000 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 17th | 5.0 | 448 | 0 |