Ed Sprague
Born: 7/25/1967 in Castro Valley, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-05-07 | Final Game: 2001-10-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Edward Nelson Sprague
Biography
Ed Sprague, born in 1967, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1991 to 2001. Known for his versatility and power at the plate, Sprague played primarily as a position player over a career that spanned more than a decade and included 1203 games. He accumulated 1010 hits, including 152 home runs, and drove in 558 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .247. Sprague was also recognized for his contributions to the game, earning an All-Star selection during his tenure.
Throughout his career, Sprague was a part of several teams, showcasing a balanced approach to hitting and solid defensive capabilities. He demonstrated his power in crucial moments, contributing to his teams with not only his home runs but also his ability to drive in runs when needed. Sprague's playing style reflected the transition of the game during the late 20th century, as he combined traditional baseball skills with the evolving emphasis on power hitting that characterized the era. He remains a notable figure for fans and historians alike, particularly for his role in the development of baseball during a transformative period in sports history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1203 | 4095 | 506 | 1010 | 225 | 12 | 152 | 558 | 6 | 358 | 833 | 0.247 | 0.318 | 0.419 | 0.737 | -2216.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | TOR | AL | 61 | 160 | 17 | 44 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 0 | 19 | 43 | 0.275 | 244.9 |
| 1992 | TOR | AL | 22 | 47 | 6 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0.234 | -89.4 |
| 1993 | TOR | AL | 150 | 546 | 50 | 142 | 31 | 1 | 12 | 73 | 1 | 32 | 85 | 0.260 | -685.6 |
| 1994 | TOR | AL | 109 | 405 | 38 | 97 | 19 | 1 | 11 | 44 | 1 | 23 | 95 | 0.240 | -1048.2 |
| 1995 | TOR | AL | 144 | 521 | 77 | 127 | 27 | 2 | 18 | 74 | 0 | 58 | 96 | 0.244 | -191.2 |
| 1996 | TOR | AL | 159 | 591 | 88 | 146 | 35 | 2 | 36 | 101 | 0 | 60 | 146 | 0.247 | 749.3 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | 138 | 504 | 63 | 115 | 29 | 4 | 14 | 48 | 0 | 51 | 102 | 0.228 | -928.1 |
| 1998 | OAK | AL | 27 | 87 | 8 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 17 | 0.149 | -542.2 |
| 1998 | TOR | AL | 105 | 382 | 49 | 91 | 20 | 0 | 17 | 51 | 0 | 24 | 73 | 0.238 | -542.2 |
| 1999 | PIT | NL | 137 | 490 | 71 | 131 | 27 | 2 | 22 | 81 | 3 | 50 | 93 | 0.267 | 536.8 |
| 2000 | BOS | AL | 33 | 111 | 11 | 24 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 12 | 18 | 0.216 | -458.2 |
| 2000 | SDP | NL | 20 | 40 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0.225 | -458.2 |
| 2000 | SDP | NL | 53 | 117 | 17 | 32 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 25 | 0 | 10 | 28 | 0.274 | -458.2 |
| 2001 | SEA | AL | 45 | 94 | 9 | 28 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 11 | 18 | 0.298 | 136.6 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 41 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 11 | 0.220 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | ALDS1 | SEA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1993 | ALCS | TOR | 6 | 21 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 0.286 |
| 1993 | WS | TOR | 5 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0.067 |
| 1992 | ALCS | TOR | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 |
| 1992 | WS | TOR | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 77 | 52 | 464 | 29 | 9 | 37 |
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 1019 | 1002 | 806 | 1609 | 150 | 143 |
| C | 18 | 8 | 70 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| OF | 16 | 14 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | TOR | C | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1991 | TOR | 1B | 22 | 18 | 143 | 11 | 0 | 12 |
| 1991 | TOR | 3B | 35 | 31 | 19 | 61 | 12 | 2 |
| 1992 | TOR | C | 15 | 8 | 64 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | TOR | 1B | 4 | 1 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1992 | TOR | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | TOR | 3B | 150 | 150 | 127 | 232 | 17 | 21 |
| 1994 | TOR | 1B | 3 | 2 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1994 | TOR | 3B | 107 | 107 | 98 | 147 | 14 | 19 |
| 1995 | TOR | 1B | 7 | 4 | 34 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 1995 | TOR | 3B | 139 | 138 | 133 | 234 | 16 | 20 |
| 1996 | TOR | 3B | 148 | 148 | 108 | 218 | 15 | 29 |
| 1997 | TOR | 3B | 129 | 129 | 106 | 202 | 18 | 19 |
| 1998 | OAK | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | OAK | 3B | 23 | 22 | 23 | 37 | 6 | 2 |
| 1998 | TOR | 3B | 105 | 104 | 87 | 157 | 20 | 8 |
| 1999 | PIT | 3B | 134 | 132 | 79 | 254 | 29 | 22 |
| 2000 | BOS | 1B | 3 | 1 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 | BOS | 3B | 30 | 30 | 19 | 50 | 2 | 1 |
| 2000 | SDN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | SDN | 1B | 24 | 19 | 175 | 10 | 7 | 14 |
| 2000 | SDN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | SDN | 3B | 5 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | SDN | 3B | 5 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | SDN | OF | 5 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | SDN | OF | 2 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | SEA | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | SEA | 1B | 12 | 6 | 51 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 2001 | SEA | 3B | 8 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | SEA | OF | 9 | 8 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 18 |
| First Base | 77 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 1019 |
| Left Field | 14 |
| Right Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 34 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | SDN | NL | $800,000 |
| 1999 | PIT | NL | $1,300,000 |
| 1998 | TOR | AL | $2,350,000 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | $1,900,000 |
| 1996 | TOR | AL | $1,450,000 |
| 1995 | TOR | AL | $760,000 |
| 1994 | TOR | AL | $500,000 |
| 1993 | TOR | AL | $182,500 |
| 1992 | TOR | AL | $117,500 |
| 1991 | TOR | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $9,460,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Palo Alto | CA | 1986, 1987, 1988 |