Bubba Trammell
Born: 11/6/1971 in Knoxville, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-04-01 | Final Game: 2003-06-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Thomas Bubba Trammell
Biography
Bubba Trammell, born in 1971, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1997 to 2003. A versatile position player, Trammell played in a total of 584 games throughout his career. He was known for his powerful hitting, accumulating 469 hits, including 82 home runs, and driving in 285 runs, which showcased his ability to produce in crucial situations. His career batting average stood at .261, complemented by 10 stolen bases, reflecting a blend of power and speed in his playing style.
Trammell played during an era characterized by offensive explosion, often attributed to the late 1990s and early 2000s steroid era in baseball. Despite the challenges of competition and the scrutiny of performance-enhancing substances, Trammell carved out a niche for himself as a reliable contributor to his teams. His career included stints with the Detroit Tigers, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, and New York Yankees, where he demonstrated resilience and adaptability. Although he may not have achieved the superstar status of some contemporaries, Trammell's contributions to the teams he played for and his role in the evolving landscape of baseball during his time are noteworthy.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 584 | 1798 | 243 | 469 | 96 | 7 | 82 | 285 | 10 | 210 | 325 | 0.261 | 0.339 | 0.459 | 0.798 | 1676.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | DET | AL | 44 | 123 | 14 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 35 | 0.228 | -249.2 |
| 1998 | TBR | AL | 59 | 199 | 28 | 57 | 18 | 1 | 12 | 35 | 0 | 16 | 45 | 0.286 | 642.2 |
| 1999 | TBR | AL | 82 | 283 | 49 | 82 | 19 | 0 | 14 | 39 | 0 | 43 | 37 | 0.290 | 861.1 |
| 2000 | NYN | NL | 36 | 56 | 9 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 8 | 19 | 0.232 | -45.3 |
| 2000 | TBR | AL | 66 | 189 | 19 | 52 | 11 | 2 | 7 | 33 | 3 | 21 | 30 | 0.275 | -45.3 |
| 2001 | SDP | NL | 142 | 490 | 66 | 128 | 20 | 3 | 25 | 92 | 2 | 48 | 78 | 0.261 | 473.8 |
| 2002 | SDP | NL | 133 | 403 | 54 | 98 | 16 | 1 | 17 | 56 | 1 | 53 | 71 | 0.243 | 63.1 |
| 2003 | NYY | AL | 22 | 55 | 4 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 0.200 | -231.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | WS | NYN | 4 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0.400 |
| 2000 | NLCS | NYN | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 469 | 414 | 779 | 18 | 11 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | DET | OF | 28 | 25 | 52 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | TBA | OF | 37 | 34 | 50 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | TBA | OF | 74 | 72 | 142 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 | NYN | OF | 25 | 8 | 25 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | TBA | OF | 48 | 41 | 66 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 | SDN | OF | 132 | 124 | 261 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| 2002 | SDN | OF | 122 | 107 | 174 | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| 2003 | NYA | OF | 3 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 194 |
| Right Field | 298 |
| Designated Hitter | 68 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | NYA | AL | $2,500,000 |
| 2002 | SDN | NL | $1,500,000 |
| 2001 | SDN | NL | $335,000 |
| 2000 | TBA | AL | $253,000 |
| 1999 | TBA | AL | $230,000 |
| 1998 | TBA | AL | $180,000 |
| 1997 | DET | AL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,148,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Tennessee | Knoxville | TN | 1994 |
| Cleveland State Community College | Cleveland | TN | 1993 |