Adam Stern
Born: 2/12/1980 in London, ON, CAN
MLB Debut: 2005-07-07 | Final Game: 2010-05-31
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Adam James Stern
Biography
Adam Stern was a Canadian professional baseball player born in 1980, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2005 to 2010. He made his debut with the Boston Red Sox and later played for the Milwaukee Brewers, contributing to teams during a time when MLB was witnessing significant changes, including the rise of advanced analytics and the ongoing debates surrounding performance-enhancing drugs. Despite a brief career, Stern's journey through the majors showcased the challenges faced by players striving to make an impact in a highly competitive environment.
Over the course of his MLB career, Stern appeared in 54 games, where he recorded 5 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in 7 runs, finishing with a batting average of .116. He also demonstrated his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases. While his offensive numbers may not stand out, Stern's versatility and determination were evident during his time in the league. His journey through professional baseball highlighted the resilience and dedication required to compete at the highest level, making his story a noteworthy chapter in the annals of MLB history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54 | 43 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 0.116 | 0.156 | 0.209 | 0.365 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | BOS | AL | 36 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | BOS | AL | 10 | 20 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.150 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | BAL | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | MIL | NL | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 35 | 8 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | BOS | OF | 21 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | BOS | OF | 10 | 5 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | BAL | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | MIL | OF | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 4 |
| Center Field | 17 |
| Right Field | 14 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | BOS | AL | $335,000 |
| 2005 | BOS | AL | $316,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $651,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska at Lincoln | Lincoln | NE | 1999, 2000, 2001 |