Greg Shanahan
Born: 12/11/1947 in Eureka, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-09-04 | Final Game: 1974-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Paul Gregory Shanahan
Biography
Greg Shanahan, born in 1947, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during a brief career spanning the 1973 to 1974 seasons. Although Shanahan's time in Major League Baseball was limited, he made his mark in the sport by embodying the perseverance and dedication required to reach the pinnacle of competitive baseball. He participated in 11 games, contributing as a team member during an era that was characterized by the transition in baseball from the late 1960s style to the more dynamic play of the 1970s.
Despite his limited opportunities, Shanahan's journey to the majors reflects the challenges many players faced in that era, including fierce competition for roster spots and the constant need to adapt to the evolving game. His career statistics include 0 hits, 0 home runs, and 0 RBIs, illustrating the difficulties he encountered at the plate. While he may not have left a significant mark in terms of traditional metrics, Shanahan's experience highlights the often-unseen struggles of players who pursue their dreams in the highly competitive world of professional sports.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 22.7 | 21 | 9 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 3.57 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | LAD | NL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 15.7 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 11 | 3.45 | - |
| 1974 | LAD | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 3.86 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.500 | 0.000 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | LAD | NL | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | LAD | NL | 4 | 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 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | LAN | P | 7 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | LAN | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 11 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humboldt State University | Arcata | CA | 1969, 1970 |
| University of California - Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara | CA | 1968 |