Hector Sanchez, baseball player, 2011-2017

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

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

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