Andrew Susac
Born: 3/22/1990 in Roseville, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2014-05-22 | Final Game: 2020-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Andrew John Susac
Biography
Andrew Susac was a professional baseball player born in 1990, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2014 until his retirement in 2020. Known for his solid defensive skills and versatility behind the plate, Susac made a notable impact during his tenure in the league. He appeared in 114 games, accumulating a total of 61 hits, including 7 home runs and 35 RBIs, while finishing his career with a batting average of .219.
Susac’s career unfolded during a time when Major League Baseball was witnessing significant changes in player dynamics and statistics, with teams increasingly valuing power hitters and advanced analytics. Despite not being a prolific offensive player, his contributions as a backup catcher were appreciated, particularly for his game-calling abilities and defensive prowess. While he may not have achieved superstar status, Andrew Susac's journey through the majors reflects the challenges and opportunities faced by many players in the competitive environment of professional baseball. He played his final game on September 27, 2020, concluding a career that showcased his dedication to the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 114 | 278 | 31 | 61 | 17 | 2 | 7 | 35 | 0 | 25 | 94 | 0.219 | 0.286 | 0.371 | 0.657 | -0.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | SFG | NL | 35 | 88 | 13 | 24 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 19 | 0 | 7 | 28 | 0.273 | 175.2 |
| 2015 | SFG | NL | 52 | 133 | 14 | 29 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 14 | 43 | 0.218 | -175.8 |
| 2016 | MIL | NL | 9 | 17 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | MIL | NL | 8 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | BAL | AL | 9 | 26 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0.115 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | PIT | NL | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | WS | SFN | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2014 | NLCS | SFN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
| 2014 | NLDS1 | SFN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 85 | 67 | 470 | 45 | 5 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | SFN | C | 29 | 20 | 160 | 20 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | SFN | C | 40 | 33 | 222 | 18 | 4 | 3 |
| 2016 | MIL | C | 6 | 4 | 28 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | MIL | C | 2 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | BAL | C | 7 | 7 | 48 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | PIT | C | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 85 |