Shane Turner
Born: 1/8/1963 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1988-08-19 | Final Game: 1992-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Shane Lee Turner
Biography
Shane Turner was a professional baseball player born in 1963 who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1988 to 1992. Primarily known as a position player, Turner appeared in 56 games during his time in the league. He recorded a total of 26 hits, contributing to a batting average of .236, and he drove in 6 runs throughout his career. While he did not hit any home runs, Turner showcased his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases, illustrating his capability as a versatile player.
Turner played in an era marked by the increasing popularity of power hitting and the emergence of more specialized roles within teams. Although his career was relatively short, his experience within the game during this transformative period allowed him to witness and adapt to the evolving dynamics of Major League Baseball. After his playing days concluded in 1992, Turner remained a part of the baseball community, contributing to the sport in various capacities.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 | 110 | 9 | 26 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 24 | 0.236 | 0.317 | 0.282 | 0.599 | -29.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | PHI | NL | 18 | 35 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | BAL | AL | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | 34 | 74 | 8 | 20 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 15 | 0.270 | -29.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 26 | 23 | 12 | 41 | 6 | 6 |
| OF | 15 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | PHI | 3B | 8 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| 1988 | PHI | SS | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | BAL | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SEA | 3B | 18 | 15 | 8 | 29 | 5 | 5 |
| 1992 | SEA | OF | 15 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 26 |
| Shortstop | 5 |
| Left Field | 15 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fullerton | Fullerton | CA | 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 |