Andy Sheets
Born: 11/19/1971 in Baton Rouge, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-04-22 | Final Game: 2002-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Andrew Mark Sheets
Biography
Andy Sheets was a professional baseball player known for his versatility and contributions on the field during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Born in 1971, Sheets played primarily as a position player over the course of his career, which spanned from 1996 to 2002. He appeared in a total of 356 games, amassing 207 hits, 19 home runs, and 113 runs batted in (RBIs). Despite his challenges at the plate, as reflected in his batting average of .216, Sheets demonstrated resilience and dedication to the game.
Throughout his career, Sheets showcased not only power with his 19 home runs but also speed on the bases, accumulating 16 stolen bases. His tenure coincided with a transformative period in Major League Baseball marked by an increase in offensive output and the emergence of new talent. While he may not have been a household name, Sheets played an important role as a reliable utility player, often stepping in when needed and contributing to the teams he was a part of. After retiring on September 25, 2002, he left behind a legacy as a player who embodied the grit and determination of his era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 356 | 960 | 118 | 207 | 38 | 3 | 19 | 113 | 16 | 76 | 275 | 0.216 | 0.271 | 0.321 | 0.592 | -3874.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SEA | AL | 47 | 110 | 18 | 21 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 2 | 10 | 41 | 0.191 | -642.8 |
| 1997 | SEA | AL | 32 | 89 | 18 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 7 | 34 | 0.247 | -102.7 |
| 1998 | SDP | NL | 88 | 194 | 31 | 47 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 29 | 7 | 21 | 62 | 0.242 | -157.0 |
| 1999 | LAA | AL | 87 | 244 | 22 | 48 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 29 | 1 | 14 | 59 | 0.197 | -1747.1 |
| 2000 | BOS | AL | 12 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.095 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | TBR | AL | 49 | 153 | 10 | 30 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 35 | 0.196 | -895.0 |
| 2002 | TBR | AL | 41 | 149 | 18 | 37 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 22 | 2 | 12 | 41 | 0.248 | -329.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.125 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | NLCS | SDN | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1998 | NLDS2 | SDN | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 1998 | WS | SDN | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1997 | ALDS2 | SEA | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2B | 75 | 55 | 119 | 149 | 6 | 42 |
| 3B | 74 | 51 | 35 | 94 | 12 | 13 |
| SS | 201 | 165 | 264 | 477 | 19 | 100 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SEA | 2B | 18 | 10 | 18 | 29 | 2 | 9 |
| 1996 | SEA | 3B | 25 | 22 | 16 | 38 | 3 | 7 |
| 1996 | SEA | SS | 7 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
| 1997 | SEA | 2B | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | SEA | 3B | 21 | 19 | 8 | 33 | 6 | 4 |
| 1997 | SEA | SS | 9 | 8 | 4 | 27 | 2 | 1 |
| 1998 | SDN | 1B | 2 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1998 | SDN | 2B | 22 | 15 | 38 | 39 | 2 | 7 |
| 1998 | SDN | 3B | 23 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 2 |
| 1998 | SDN | SS | 39 | 26 | 41 | 94 | 5 | 18 |
| 1999 | ANA | 2B | 7 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | ANA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | ANA | SS | 76 | 68 | 107 | 174 | 10 | 37 |
| 2000 | BOS | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | BOS | SS | 10 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 0 | 4 |
| 2001 | TBA | SS | 49 | 47 | 80 | 121 | 2 | 29 |
| 2002 | TBA | 2B | 26 | 26 | 55 | 72 | 1 | 26 |
| 2002 | TBA | 3B | 4 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | TBA | SS | 11 | 10 | 19 | 34 | 0 | 9 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Second Base | 75 |
| Third Base | 74 |
| Shortstop | 201 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | ANA | AL | $275,000 |
| 1998 | SDN | NL | $181,000 |
| 1997 | SEA | AL | $152,500 |
| 1996 | SEA | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $717,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University | Baton Rouge | LA | 1991, 1992 |
| Tulane University | New Orleans | LA | 1990 |