Shawn O'Malley, baseball player, 2014-2016

Shawn O'Malley

Born: 12/28/1987 in Richland, WA, USA

MLB Debut: 2014-09-07 | Final Game: 2016-10-02

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Shawn Michael O'Malley

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Biography

Shawn O'Malley was a professional baseball player born in 1987, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2014 to 2016. Primarily playing as a position player, O'Malley recorded a total of 124 games during his career. He showcased his versatility and speed on the field, finishing with a batting average of .231, complemented by 62 hits, 3 home runs, and 25 RBIs. His ability to steal bases was a notable aspect of his game, as he successfully swiped 11 bases over his career. Debuting in an era characterized by a blend of power hitting and increased athleticism, O'Malley contributed to his teams with both offensive and defensive skills. While his statistical output may not have placed him among the most prominent stars of his time, O'Malley's role as a utility player highlighted the importance of depth and versatility in a competitive league. His tenure in the majors, albeit brief, reflected the dedication and passion that many players bring to the game, making him a respected figure among his peers. O'Malley retired on October 2, 2016, leaving behind a legacy that underscores the value of all-around players in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
124 268 37 62 10 2 3 25 11 30 81 0.231 0.315 0.317 0.632 -500.4

Career AVG .231 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — 8.8% below league average.

Career OBP .315 vs. league average .317 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .317 vs. league average .403 across their career seasons — 21.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.632 vs. league average 0.720 across their career seasons — 12.3% 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
2014 LAA AL 11 16 3 3 0 0 0 1 2 0 8 0.188 — — — — 0.0
2015 SEA AL 24 42 10 11 1 0 1 7 3 12 14 0.262 — — — — 115.3
2016 SEA AL 89 210 24 48 9 2 2 17 6 18 59 0.229 .255 (-10%) .321 (-7%) .417 (-24%) .738 (-16%) -615.7

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 13 3 8 14 1 2
3B 10 3 6 7 0 0
OF 56 28 62 1 0 0
SS 36 29 45 85 2 19

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2014 LAA 2B 1 0 0 1 0 0
2014 LAA OF 6 2 5 0 0 0
2015 SEA 3B 3 0 1 1 0 0
2015 SEA OF 16 12 24 0 0 0
2016 SEA 2B 12 3 8 13 1 2
2016 SEA 3B 7 3 5 6 0 0
2016 SEA OF 34 14 33 1 0 0
2016 SEA SS 36 29 45 85 2 19

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 13
Third Base 10
Shortstop 36
Left Field 24
Center Field 19
Right Field 23
Designated Hitter 3