Pat Sheridan, baseball player, 1981-1991

Pat Sheridan

Born: 12/4/1957 in Ann Arbor, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1981-09-16 | Final Game: 1991-10-05

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Patrick Arthur Sheridan

Biography

Pat Sheridan was a professional baseball player who graced the diamond from 1981 until his retirement in 1991. Born in 1957, he played primarily as a position player throughout his career, which spanned a total of 876 games in Major League Baseball. Sheridan was known for his versatility and speed on the field, finishing his career with 611 hits, 51 home runs, and 257 runs batted in, while maintaining a batting average of .253. He also showcased his base-running acumen, amassing 86 stolen bases during his time in the league. Sheridan's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by shifts in player conditioning and offensive strategies. He played for several teams, contributing to their successes and showcasing his talents in various roles. His ability to impact the game both at the plate and on the bases made him a valuable asset to his teams, and his career achievements reflect his commitment and skills as a professional athlete. After concluding his time in the majors on October 5, 1991, Sheridan left behind a legacy as a dedicated player who navigated the complexities of the game during a dynamic period in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
876 2419 319 611 91 21 51 257 86 236 501 0.253 0.319 0.371 0.690 -1366.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
26 69 8 12 3 1 3 6 5 19 0.174

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1989 NLCS SFN 5 13 1 2 0 1 0 0 0 4 0.154
1989 WS SFN 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
1987 ALCS DET 5 10 2 3 1 0 1 2 0 2 0.300
1985 WS KCA 5 18 0 4 2 0 0 1 0 7 0.222
1985 ALCS KCA 7 20 4 3 0 0 2 3 2 3 0.150
1984 ALCS KCA 3 6 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 3 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 779 607 1448 33 26 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 161
Center Field 173
Right Field 482
Designated Hitter 19

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1988 Player of the Week Week of 1988-07-01

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1989 DET AL $430,000
1988 DET AL $343,000
1987 DET AL $190,000
1986 DET AL $150,000
1985 KCA AL $175,000
Total Career Earnings $1,288,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti MI 1977, 1978, 1979