Shannon Stewart
Born: 2/25/1974 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-09-02 | Final Game: 2008-06-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Shannon Harold Stewart
Biography
Shannon Stewart was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1995 to 2008. Born in 1974, Stewart made his mark in the game with a combination of consistent hitting and base-running prowess. Over the course of 1,386 games, he accumulated 1,653 hits, achieving a remarkable batting average of .297. His offensive contributions included 115 home runs and 580 RBIs, showcasing his ability to impact games both as a hitter and a run producer. In addition to his offensive skill set, Stewart was also an adept base stealer, finishing his career with 196 stolen bases, which highlighted his speed and agility on the field.
Stewart played during a dynamic era in baseball that saw the game transition through various phases, including the late 1990s and early 2000s, a time marked by significant offensive production across the league. His ability to consistently reach base and contribute offensively made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the Minnesota Twins and Toronto Blue Jays. Stewart's legacy in the game is defined not only by his impressive statistics but also by his role as a dependable player who could be counted on in clutch situations, leaving a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1386 | 5574 | 853 | 1653 | 315 | 41 | 115 | 580 | 196 | 504 | 684 | 0.297 | 0.360 | 0.430 | 0.790 | 5500.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TOR | AL | 12 | 38 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | TOR | AL | 7 | 17 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.176 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | 44 | 168 | 25 | 48 | 13 | 7 | 0 | 22 | 10 | 19 | 24 | 0.286 | 215.3 |
| 1998 | TOR | AL | 144 | 516 | 90 | 144 | 29 | 3 | 12 | 55 | 51 | 67 | 77 | 0.279 | 838.3 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | 145 | 608 | 102 | 185 | 28 | 2 | 11 | 67 | 37 | 59 | 83 | 0.304 | 230.5 |
| 2000 | TOR | AL | 136 | 583 | 107 | 186 | 43 | 5 | 21 | 69 | 20 | 37 | 79 | 0.319 | 1447.1 |
| 2001 | TOR | AL | 155 | 640 | 103 | 202 | 44 | 7 | 12 | 60 | 27 | 46 | 72 | 0.316 | 1404.7 |
| 2002 | TOR | AL | 141 | 577 | 103 | 175 | 38 | 6 | 10 | 45 | 14 | 54 | 60 | 0.303 | 1152.5 |
| 2003 | MIN | AL | 65 | 270 | 43 | 87 | 22 | 0 | 6 | 38 | 3 | 25 | 36 | 0.322 | 698.1 |
| 2003 | TOR | AL | 71 | 303 | 47 | 89 | 22 | 2 | 7 | 35 | 1 | 27 | 30 | 0.294 | 698.1 |
| 2004 | MIN | AL | 92 | 378 | 46 | 115 | 17 | 2 | 11 | 47 | 6 | 47 | 44 | 0.304 | 730.2 |
| 2005 | MIN | AL | 132 | 551 | 69 | 151 | 27 | 3 | 10 | 56 | 7 | 34 | 73 | 0.274 | -588.9 |
| 2006 | MIN | AL | 44 | 174 | 21 | 51 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 21 | 3 | 14 | 19 | 0.293 | -182.2 |
| 2007 | OAK | AL | 146 | 576 | 79 | 167 | 22 | 1 | 12 | 48 | 11 | 47 | 60 | 0.290 | -214.4 |
| 2008 | TOR | AL | 52 | 175 | 14 | 42 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 3 | 22 | 18 | 0.240 | -469.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 35 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0.286 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | ALDS2 | MIN | 4 | 20 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 |
| 2003 | ALDS1 | MIN | 4 | 15 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.400 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1261 | 1222 | 2454 | 51 | 41 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TOR | OF | 12 | 9 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | TOR | OF | 6 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | TOR | OF | 41 | 41 | 97 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 | TOR | OF | 144 | 125 | 295 | 4 | 6 | 1 |
| 1999 | TOR | OF | 142 | 142 | 257 | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| 2000 | TOR | OF | 136 | 136 | 298 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| 2001 | TOR | OF | 142 | 142 | 257 | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| 2002 | TOR | OF | 99 | 100 | 190 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2003 | MIN | OF | 58 | 58 | 136 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | TOR | OF | 69 | 69 | 145 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| 2004 | MIN | OF | 71 | 71 | 103 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 | MIN | OF | 125 | 125 | 249 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| 2006 | MIN | OF | 34 | 34 | 58 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 | OAK | OF | 142 | 131 | 289 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| 2008 | TOR | OF | 40 | 36 | 56 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 1153 |
| Center Field | 115 |
| Right Field | 14 |
| Designated Hitter | 108 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Player of the Week | Week of 1999-05-01 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | TOR | AL | $1,500,000 |
| 2007 | OAK | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 2006 | MIN | AL | $6,500,000 |
| 2005 | MIN | AL | $6,000,000 |
| 2004 | MIN | AL | $5,500,000 |
| 2003 | TOR | AL | $6,200,000 |
| 2002 | TOR | AL | $4,250,000 |
| 2001 | TOR | AL | $2,183,333 |
| 2000 | TOR | AL | $683,333 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | $433,333 |
| 1998 | TOR | AL | $192,500 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | $154,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $34,596,499 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 4th | 140.0 | 392 | 3 |
| 2001 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 25th | 1.0 | 392 | 0 |