Michael Taylor
Born: 12/19/1985 in Cheverly, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 2011-09-02 | Final Game: 2014-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 255 lbs
Full name: Michael David Taylor
Biography
Michael Taylor, born in 1985, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2011 to 2014. Primarily a position player, Taylor played a total of 37 games in Major League Baseball. Throughout his time in the league, he recorded 17 hits, including one home run, and drove in one run, culminating in a batting average of .167. Despite his limited playing time, Taylor's journey through the ranks of professional baseball reflected the challenges faced by many players in the competitive landscape of the early 2010s.
Taylor's career, while short, highlighted the fierce competition within the sport during an era that saw an emphasis on advanced statistics and specialized roles. As a player who came up through the minor leagues, he demonstrated the perseverance often required to reach the major leagues, even if his time on the field was brief. His contributions, though modest in numbers, contribute to the rich tapestry of baseball history and serve as a reminder of the many athletes who strive to make their mark in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 102 | 9 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 35 | 0.167 | 0.254 | 0.216 | 0.470 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | OAK | AL | 11 | 30 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | OAK | AL | 6 | 21 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | OAK | AL | 9 | 23 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.043 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | CHW | AL | 11 | 28 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 33 | 27 | 62 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | OAK | OF | 11 | 9 | 23 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 | OAK | OF | 6 | 5 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | OAK | OF | 8 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | CHA | OF | 8 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 18 |
| Right Field | 18 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Palo Alto | CA | 2005, 2006, 2007 |