Danny Tartabull, baseball player, 262 home runs, 1984-1997

Danny Tartabull

Born: 10/30/1962 in San Juan, P.R.

MLB Debut: 1984-09-07 | Final Game: 1997-04-07

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Danilo Tartabull

Biography

Danny Tartabull was a professional baseball player born in 1962, who played in Major League Baseball from 1984 until his retirement in 1997. Known for his powerful bat and ability to drive in runs, Tartabull established himself as a significant offensive force during his career. Over the course of 1,406 games, he collected 1,366 hits and launched 262 home runs, while also recording 925 RBIs. His consistent performance at the plate culminated in a career batting average of .273, alongside 37 stolen bases, showcasing both his power and agility as a position player. Tartabull's career was highlighted by a solitary All-Star selection, reflecting his prominence during a competitive era in baseball that saw an influx of talent. He played for several teams, including the Kansas City Royals and the New York Yankees, where he was recognized for his ability to perform in clutch situations. His contributions to the game and his memorable moments on the field solidified his legacy as a noteworthy player in the late 20th century.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1406 5011 756 1366 289 22 262 925 37 768 1362 0.273 0.368 0.496 0.864 19846.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 32 31 77 102 10 29
3B 5 5 2 9 0 0
OF 916 912 1547 46 47 7
SS 24 17 33 57 6 15

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 32
Third Base 5
Shortstop 24
Left Field 15
Right Field 903
Designated Hitter 403

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1991 Player of the Week Week of 1991-07-06
1991 Player of the Week Week of 1991-06-15

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1997 PHI NL $2,000,000
1996 CHA AL $5,300,000
1995 NYA AL $5,300,000
1994 NYA AL $4,550,000
1993 NYA AL $5,050,000
1992 NYA AL $5,300,000
1991 KCA AL $2,250,000
1990 KCA AL $1,650,000
1989 KCA AL $1,035,000
1988 KCA AL $330,000
1987 KCA AL $145,000
1986 SEA AL $85,000
Total Career Earnings $32,995,000

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1991 Most Valuable Player AL 12th 32.0 392 0
1987 Most Valuable Player AL 17th 10.0 392 0
1986 Rookie of the Year AL 5th 4.0 140 0