Shawn Abner

Born: 6/17/1966 in Hamilton, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1987-09-08 | Final Game: 1992-10-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Shawn Wesley Abner

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Biography

Shawn Abner, born in 1966, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1987 to 1992. Primarily serving as a position player, Abner played a total of 392 games during his career. Known for his versatility on the field, he contributed a solid offensive presence, accumulating 191 hits and 71 RBIs, alongside 11 home runs. His career batting average stood at .227, a reflection of the challenges many players faced during the late 1980s and early 1990s, a time characterized by a transition in offensive production and the emergence of a more power-driven game. Drafted first overall by the San Diego Padres in 1984, Abner was heralded as a promising talent. Throughout his tenure, he displayed speed on the bases, successfully stealing 6 bases, which showcased his ability to disrupt opposing defenses. Although his career may not have reached the heights anticipated at the outset, Abner's journey through the majors is a testament to the unpredictability of baseball careers and the dedication required to compete at the highest level. His time in MLB remains a notable chapter in the narrative of players navigating the competitive landscape of professional baseball during that era.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
392	840	89	191	39	4	11	71	6	43	153	0.227	0.269	0.323	0.591	-2575.1

Career AVG .227 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — 11.5% below league average.

Career OBP .269 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — 16.9% below league average.

Career SLG .323 vs. league average .386 across their career seasons — 16.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.591 vs. league average 0.709 across their career seasons — 16.6% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1987	SDP	NL	16	47	5	13	3	1	2	7	1	2	8	0.277	—	—	—	—	0.0
1988	SDP	NL	37	83	6	15	3	0	2	5	0	4	19	0.181	.254 (-29%)	.317 (-29%)	.377 (-23%)	.695 (-26%)	-375.9
1989	SDP	NL	57	102	13	18	4	0	2	14	1	5	20	0.176	.254 (-31%)	.319 (-33%)	.375 (-27%)	.694 (-30%)	-546.1
1990	SDP	NL	91	184	17	45	9	0	1	15	2	9	28	0.245	.257 (-5%)	.324 (-12%)	.385 (-20%)	.710 (-16%)	-550.5
1991	SDP	NL	53	115	15	19	4	1	1	5	0	7	25	0.165	.255 (-35%)	.323 (-33%)	.384 (-37%)	.708 (-35%)	-712.2
1991	LAA	AL	41	101	12	23	6	1	2	9	1	4	18	0.228	.255 (-11%)	.323 (-20%)	.384 (-5%)	.708 (-12%)	-712.2
1992	CHW	AL	97	208	21	58	10	1	1	16	1	12	35	0.279	.255 (+9%)	.322 (avg)	.377 (-7%)	.699 (-4%)	-153.0