Michael Papierski, baseball player, 2022-2022

Michael Papierski

Born: 2/26/1996 in Palos Heights, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 2022-05-21 | Final Game: 2022-08-21

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 224 lbs

Full name: Michael John Papierski

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Biography

Michael Papierski, born in 1996, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from May 21, 2022, to August 21, 2022. Primarily serving as a position player, Papierski played a total of 39 games during his brief career. He recorded 13 hits, including one home run, and drove in four runs, finishing with a batting average of .143. Despite the challenges of competing at the highest level, he demonstrated the resilience and determination that are hallmarks of successful athletes. Papierski's time in the major leagues came during an era characterized by a blend of emerging talent and veteran presence. While his statistical output may not reflect the overwhelming success seen by many of his contemporaries, his journey through the ranks of professional baseball underscores the competitive nature of the sport. His contributions, albeit limited in duration, showcased the dedication required to reach and compete in Major League Baseball. After his retirement, Papierski remained a part of baseball's rich tapestry, representing the aspirational stories of players who strive for success in America's pastime.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
39 91 7 13 1 0 1 4 0 10 26 0.143 0.228 0.187 0.415 -475.6

Career AVG .143 vs. league average .243 across their career seasons — 41.1% below league average.

Career OBP .228 vs. league average .312 across their career seasons — 26.9% below league average.

Career SLG .187 vs. league average .395 across their career seasons — 52.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.415 vs. league average 0.706 across their career seasons — 41.3% 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
2022 SFG NL 5 9 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 0.000 — — — — 0.0
2022 CIN NL 34 82 6 13 1 0 1 4 0 9 22 0.159 .242 (-35%) .311 (-22%) .394 (-47%) .706 (-36%) 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 5 0 0 0
C 38 30 268 15 1 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2022 SFN 1B 1 0 5 0 0 0
2022 SFN C 4 3 18 2 0 0
2022 CIN C 34 27 250 13 1 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 38
First Base 1