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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | SEA | AL | 10 | 20 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | SEA | AL | 19 | 61 | 8 | 20 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 14 | 0.328 | 306.2 |
| 1986 | SEA | AL | 137 | 511 | 76 | 138 | 25 | 6 | 25 | 96 | 4 | 61 | 157 | 0.270 | 1584.2 |
| 1987 | KCR | AL | 158 | 582 | 95 | 180 | 27 | 3 | 34 | 101 | 9 | 79 | 136 | 0.309 | 3154.7 |
| 1988 | KCR | AL | 146 | 507 | 80 | 139 | 38 | 3 | 26 | 102 | 8 | 76 | 119 | 0.274 | 2753.6 |
| 1989 | KCR | AL | 133 | 441 | 54 | 118 | 22 | 0 | 18 | 62 | 4 | 69 | 123 | 0.268 | 1603.3 |
| 1990 | KCR | AL | 88 | 313 | 41 | 84 | 19 | 0 | 15 | 60 | 1 | 36 | 93 | 0.268 | 805.3 |
| 1991 | KCR | AL | 132 | 484 | 78 | 153 | 35 | 3 | 31 | 100 | 6 | 65 | 121 | 0.316 | 3750.4 |
| 1992 | NYY | AL | 123 | 421 | 72 | 112 | 19 | 0 | 25 | 85 | 2 | 103 | 115 | 0.266 | 2737.3 |
| 1993 | NYY | AL | 138 | 513 | 87 | 128 | 33 | 2 | 31 | 102 | 0 | 92 | 156 | 0.250 | 1966.0 |
| 1994 | NYY | AL | 104 | 399 | 68 | 102 | 24 | 1 | 19 | 67 | 1 | 66 | 111 | 0.256 | 706.6 |
| 1995 | NYY | AL | 59 | 192 | 25 | 43 | 12 | 0 | 6 | 28 | 0 | 33 | 54 | 0.224 | -168.1 |
| 1995 | OAK | AL | 24 | 88 | 9 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 10 | 28 | 0.261 | -168.1 |
| 1996 | CHW | AL | 132 | 472 | 58 | 120 | 23 | 3 | 27 | 101 | 1 | 64 | 128 | 0.254 | 717.1 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | SEA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1984 | SEA | SS | 8 | 5 | 7 | 20 | 2 | 4 |
| 1985 | SEA | 3B | 4 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | SEA | SS | 16 | 12 | 26 | 37 | 4 | 11 |
| 1986 | SEA | 2B | 31 | 31 | 76 | 101 | 10 | 28 |
| 1986 | SEA | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | SEA | OF | 101 | 100 | 157 | 7 | 8 | 0 |
| 1987 | KCA | OF | 149 | 149 | 228 | 11 | 6 | 1 |
| 1988 | KCA | OF | 130 | 130 | 227 | 8 | 9 | 1 |
| 1989 | KCA | OF | 71 | 73 | 108 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1990 | KCA | OF | 52 | 52 | 81 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1991 | KCA | OF | 124 | 124 | 190 | 4 | 7 | 0 |
| 1992 | NYA | OF | 69 | 68 | 142 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1993 | NYA | OF | 50 | 49 | 88 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| 1994 | NYA | OF | 26 | 26 | 43 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | NYA | OF | 18 | 16 | 27 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | OAK | OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | CHA | OF | 122 | 121 | 253 | 4 | 7 | 1 |
| 1997 | PHI | OF | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 |