Shawn Sedlacek
Born: 6/29/1977 in Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-06-18 | Final Game: 2002-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Shawn Patrick Sedlacek
Biography
Shawn Sedlacek was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1977, who had a brief yet impactful career in Major League Baseball from 2002 to 2006. He made his debut on June 18, 2002, and concluded his playing days on September 27, 2002. Throughout his time in the league, Sedlacek showcased his skills on the mound, finishing with a win-loss record of 3-5 and an earned run average (ERA) of 6.72. He recorded a total of 52 strikeouts over his career, although he did not register any saves.
Sedlacek's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the rise of power hitters and an emphasis on offensive performance. Despite the challenges that come with competing in such an era, he contributed to his teams with his pitching ability, competing against some of the era's most formidable lineups. While his time in the spotlight was relatively short, Sedlacek remains a part of baseball history, representing the countless players who have pursued their dreams in the major leagues.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 5 | 16 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 84.3 | 99 | 63 | 16 | 36 | 52 | 6.72 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | KCR | AL | 3 | 5 | 16 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 84.3 | 99 | 63 | 36 | 52 | 6.72 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | KCR | AL | 16 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 16 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | KCA | P | 16 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 16 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Hills Community College | Centerville | IA | 1995, 1996 |
| Iowa State University | Ames | IA | 1997, 1998 |