Pete Stanicek
Born: 4/18/1963 in Harvey, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1987-09-01 | Final Game: 1988-10-02
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Peter Louis Stanicek
Biography
Pete Stanicek was a professional baseball player born in 1963, who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1987 to 1988. Primarily recognized as a position player, Stanicek's career spanned parts of two seasons, during which he appeared in 113 games. He recorded a batting average of .243, accumulating 91 hits, 4 home runs, and 26 runs batted in (RBIs). Additionally, he showcased his speed on the base paths, amassing 20 stolen bases over the course of his brief career.
Stanicek played during a transitional period in baseball, which was characterized by the evolution of offensive strategies and an increasing emphasis on speed and versatility. His ability to steal bases added an important dimension to his playing style, making him a valuable asset to his teams. Although his time in the majors was relatively short, Stanicek's contributions on the field reflected the competitive spirit of the late 1980s MLB landscape, where players were beginning to embrace more dynamic styles of play.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 113 | 374 | 38 | 91 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 26 | 20 | 36 | 64 | 0.243 | 0.319 | 0.307 | 0.626 | -646.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | BAL | AL | 30 | 113 | 9 | 31 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 19 | 0.274 | -251.5 |
| 1988 | BAL | AL | 83 | 261 | 29 | 60 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 17 | 12 | 28 | 45 | 0.230 | -394.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 35 | 24 | 57 | 62 | 4 | 20 |
| 3B | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| OF | 65 | 59 | 128 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | BAL | 2B | 19 | 17 | 36 | 42 | 2 | 15 |
| 1987 | BAL | 3B | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1988 | BAL | 2B | 16 | 7 | 21 | 20 | 2 | 5 |
| 1988 | BAL | OF | 65 | 59 | 128 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 35 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 65 |
| Designated Hitter | 11 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Palo Alto | CA | 1983, 1984, 1985 |