Mo Sanford
Born: 12/24/1966 in Americus, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-08-09 | Final Game: 1995-06-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Meredith Leroy Sanford
Biography
Mo Sanford was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1991 to 1995. Born in 1966, Sanford made his debut in an era characterized by a blend of power hitting and emerging pitching talent. Over the course of his career, he accumulated a record of 2-4 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.81. His ability to strike out batters was evident, as he recorded 84 strikeouts during his time in the league, although he did not register any saves.
Sanford's playing style was marked by his resilience on the mound, showcasing a competitive spirit typical of pitchers in the early 1990s. Despite facing challenges in establishing a lengthy career, he contributed to his teams with valuable innings and a strong work ethic. While his tenure in the majors was relatively brief, Sanford's journey through baseball reflected the tumultuous nature of a sport that was experiencing significant changes, including the transition towards more specialized pitching roles. His story remains part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the perseverance of players striving to make their mark in the major leagues.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 | 27 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 82.3 | 72 | 44 | 14 | 58 | 84 | 4.81 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CIN | NL | 1 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.0 | 19 | 12 | 15 | 31 | 3.86 | 114.5 |
| 1993 | COL | NL | 1 | 2 | 11 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.7 | 37 | 21 | 27 | 36 | 5.30 | -456.3 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.7 | 16 | 11 | 16 | 17 | 5.30 | -2154.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.000 | 0.059 | 0.000 | 0.059 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CIN | NL | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | COL | NL | 11 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 11 | 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 | 27 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CIN | P | 5 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | COL | P | 11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1995 | MIN | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 27 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa | AL | 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 |