Hector Sanchez
Born: 11/17/1989 in Maracay, Aragua, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2011-07-15 | Final Game: 2017-10-01
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Hector Enrique Sanchez
Biography
Hector Sanchez was a professional baseball player born in 1989, who played as a position player from 2011 to 2017. Over the course of his career, Sanchez appeared in 347 games, where he established himself as a reliable contributor to his teams. He recorded 186 hits, including 21 home runs, and accumulated a total of 120 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs during critical moments. With a batting average of .238, he demonstrated a consistent, if not explosive, offensive presence.
Sanchez's playing style was characterized by his versatility and willingness to take on various roles within the lineup. His contributions came during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, marked by evolving offensive strategies and an increasing emphasis on power hitting. Although he did not steal any bases throughout his career, his focus remained on delivering solid at-bats and supporting his team with timely hits. Retiring in 2017, Sanchez left behind a legacy as a dependable player who made the most of his opportunities in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 347 | 783 | 60 | 186 | 38 | 0 | 21 | 120 | 0 | 34 | 207 | 0.238 | 0.273 | 0.367 | 0.639 | -1809.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | SFG | NL | 13 | 31 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.258 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | SFG | NL | 74 | 218 | 22 | 61 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 34 | 0 | 5 | 52 | 0.280 | -280.3 |
| 2013 | SFG | NL | 63 | 129 | 8 | 32 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 19 | 0 | 7 | 29 | 0.248 | -198.5 |
| 2014 | SFG | NL | 66 | 163 | 8 | 32 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 28 | 0 | 8 | 55 | 0.196 | -712.1 |
| 2015 | SFG | NL | 28 | 56 | 5 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0.179 | -285.9 |
| 2016 | CHW | AL | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | SDP | NL | 26 | 42 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | SDP | NL | 75 | 137 | 14 | 30 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 25 | 0 | 5 | 41 | 0.219 | -332.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.091 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | NLCS | SFN | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
| 2012 | WS | SFN | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
| 2012 | NLDS2 | SFN | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 7 | 3 | 27 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| C | 200 | 150 | 1162 | 86 | 15 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | SFN | C | 11 | 6 | 51 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | SFN | C | 56 | 48 | 350 | 26 | 7 | 4 |
| 2013 | SFN | C | 33 | 24 | 210 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | SFN | C | 45 | 33 | 261 | 28 | 3 | 1 |
| 2014 | SFN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | SFN | C | 16 | 11 | 69 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | CHA | C | 2 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | SDN | C | 12 | 7 | 61 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2017 | SDN | C | 25 | 19 | 144 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| 2017 | SDN | 1B | 6 | 2 | 21 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 200 |
| First Base | 7 |
| Designated Hitter | 4 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | SFN | NL | $800,000 |
| 2014 | SFN | NL | $512,000 |
| 2013 | SFN | NL | $502,500 |
| 2012 | SFN | NL | $480,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,294,500 | ||