Michael Hollimon, baseball player, 2008-2008

Michael Hollimon

Born: 6/14/1982 in Dallas, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 2008-06-09 | Final Game: 2008-07-06

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Michael Travis Hollimon

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Biography

Michael Hollimon was a professional baseball player born in 1982, who had a brief but noteworthy career in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player during a short stint from June 9, 2008, to July 6, 2008. Over the course of 11 games, Hollimon demonstrated his potential at the plate, finishing with a .261 batting average, 6 hits, 1 home run, and 2 RBIs. His ability to contribute offensively, albeit in a limited role, showcased the talent that had brought him to the majors. Hollimon's playing career unfolded during an era marked by a mix of emerging talents and seasoned veterans, as teams increasingly sought to balance power hitters with versatile role players. While his time in the big leagues was brief, Hollimon's journey through the ranks, culminating in his Major League debut, reflects the challenges and aspirations faced by many players striving to make their mark in professional baseball. Despite his limited appearances, Hollimon's entry into the league served as a testament to his dedication to the game and the competitive spirit of players seeking their opportunity on baseball's grand stage.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
11 23 4 6 2 1 1 2 0 1 6 0.261 0.280 0.565 0.845 0.0

Career AVG .261 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .280 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 15.9% below league average.

Career SLG .565 vs. league average .416 across their career seasons — +35.8% above league average.

Career OPS 0.845 vs. league average 0.749 across their career seasons — +12.8% above 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
2008 DET AL 11 23 4 6 2 1 1 2 0 1 6 0.261 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 2 1 3 2 0 0
3B 2 0 1 0 0 0
SS 6 5 1 12 1 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2008 DET 2B 2 1 3 2 0 0
2008 DET 3B 2 0 1 0 0 0
2008 DET SS 6 5 1 12 1 2

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 2
Third Base 2
Shortstop 6

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Oral Roberts University Tulsa OK 2005
University of Texas at Austin Austin TX 2002, 2003, 2004