Steve Sinclair
Born: 8/2/1971 in Victoria, BC, CAN
MLB Debut: 1998-04-25 | Final Game: 1999-10-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Steven Scott Sinclair
Biography
Steve Sinclair, born in 1971, was a professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball during a brief career from April 25, 1998, to October 3, 1999. Primarily a position player, Sinclair's time in the major leagues was notable for its brevity, as he appeared in 45 games but did not record any hits, home runs, or RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0. His lack of offensive statistics highlights the challenging nature of breaking into and sustaining a career in the highly competitive environment of professional baseball.
Sinclair's career unfolded during a period when the game was experiencing a significant transformation, characterized by the rise of power hitters and the increasing importance of offensive performance. Despite not achieving personal milestones on the field, Sinclair's journey through the ranks of professional baseball serves as a reminder of the many players who contribute to the sport in various capacities, often facing challenges that prevent them from leaving a statistical legacy. His experience reflects the dedication and perseverance required to compete at the highest level, even when the numbers may not tell a story of success.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 3 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.3 | 35 | 20 | 5 | 19 | 26 | 5.24 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | TOR | AL | 0 | 2 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 13 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 3.60 | 511.3 |
| 1999 | SEA | AL | 0 | 1 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.7 | 15 | 6 | 10 | 15 | 3.95 | 138.3 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 7 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 12.71 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | TOR | AL | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | SEA | AL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | 3 | 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 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | TOR | P | 24 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 | SEA | P | 18 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | TOR | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 45 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | TOR | AL | $170,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $170,000 | ||