Justin Sellers
Born: 2/1/1986 in Bellflower, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2011-08-12 | Final Game: 2014-09-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Justin Ryan Sellers
Biography
Justin Sellers was a professional baseball player born in 1986, who played in Major League Baseball from 2011 until 2014. Known primarily as a utility infielder, Sellers made his mark in the game with his versatility and defensive skills. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 99 games, during which he recorded 50 hits, including 3 home runs and 17 runs batted in. His batting average stood at .198, and he contributed 1 stolen base to his team's efforts.
Sellers played during a period marked by a transition in baseball, where teams increasingly valued both offensive and defensive flexibility from infielders. His time in the league included stints with the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Oakland Athletics, which allowed him to showcase his ability to adapt to various roles on the field. Though his offensive numbers may not have been standout, his presence in the clubhouse and skill set as a reliable backup contributed to his teams' dynamics during his tenure in the majors. After concluding his career in 2014, Sellers remained a part of baseball's rich history, representing the kind of player who embodied the depth and resilience needed in competitive sports.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99 | 252 | 33 | 50 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 25 | 59 | 0.198 | 0.280 | 0.294 | 0.574 | -695.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | LAD | NL | 36 | 123 | 20 | 25 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 12 | 21 | 0.203 | -388.0 |
| 2012 | LAD | NL | 19 | 44 | 6 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0.205 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | LAD | NL | 27 | 69 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 20 | 0.188 | -307.5 |
| 2014 | CLE | AL | 17 | 16 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 22 | 13 | 31 | 22 | 0 | 4 |
| 3B | 17 | 6 | 6 | 16 | 0 | 2 |
| SS | 56 | 50 | 73 | 132 | 5 | 35 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | LAN | 2B | 12 | 11 | 30 | 19 | 0 | 4 |
| 2011 | LAN | 3B | 5 | 4 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | LAN | SS | 19 | 17 | 25 | 48 | 1 | 16 |
| 2012 | LAN | 2B | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | LAN | 3B | 7 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 | LAN | SS | 9 | 9 | 17 | 22 | 1 | 4 |
| 2013 | LAN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | LAN | SS | 22 | 20 | 22 | 48 | 3 | 11 |
| 2014 | CLE | 2B | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | CLE | 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | CLE | SS | 6 | 4 | 9 | 14 | 0 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 22 |
| Third Base | 17 |
| Shortstop | 56 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CLE | AL | $504,000 |
| 2012 | LAN | NL | $481,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $985,000 | ||