Terrmel Sledge
Born: 3/18/1977 in Fayetteville, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 2004-04-06 | Final Game: 2007-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Biography
Terrmel Sledge was a Major League Baseball player who had a career spanning from 2004 to 2007. Born in 1977, Sledge played as a position player and made his mark in the game during a time characterized by the power surge of the early 2000s. He appeared in a total of 291 games over his brief career, during which he recorded 174 hits and demonstrated his home run potential by hitting 25 long balls. His offensive contributions included 100 RBIs and a batting average of .247, reflecting a solid but unspectacular performance at the plate.
Sledge's career was notable for his versatility and ability to make an impact as a role player. He showcased his speed with 6 stolen bases, adding a dimension of threat on the bases. Recognized for his potential early on, he was honored as a Rookie of the Month during his debut season, which highlighted his capability and promise. Despite his relatively short time in the league, Sledge's journey through Major League Baseball serves as a testament to the numerous players who navigated the complexities of professional baseball during the mid-2000s era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 291 | 705 | 81 | 174 | 32 | 7 | 25 | 100 | 6 | 82 | 151 | 0.247 | 0.327 | 0.418 | 0.745 | -246.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | WSN | NL | 133 | 398 | 45 | 107 | 20 | 6 | 15 | 62 | 3 | 40 | 66 | 0.269 | 346.1 |
| 2005 | WAS | NL | 20 | 37 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 8 | 0.243 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | SDP | NL | 38 | 70 | 7 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 17 | 0.229 | -160.1 |
| 2007 | SDP | NL | 100 | 200 | 22 | 42 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 23 | 1 | 27 | 60 | 0.210 | -432.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 10 | 6 | 63 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
| OF | 206 | 167 | 357 | 9 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | MON | 1B | 10 | 6 | 63 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
| 2004 | MON | OF | 114 | 96 | 216 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| 2005 | WAS | OF | 13 | 9 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | SDN | OF | 22 | 14 | 32 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | SDN | OF | 57 | 48 | 88 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 10 |
| Left Field | 157 |
| Center Field | 4 |
| Right Field | 60 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Rookie of the Month | May |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | SDN | NL | $390,000 |
| 2006 | SDN | NL | $347,000 |
| 2005 | WAS | NL | $345,000 |
| 2004 | MON | NL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,382,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Long Beach | Long Beach | CA | 1998, 1999 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 6th | 1.0 | 160 | 0 |