Shane Peterson, baseball player, 2013-2017

Shane Peterson

Born: 2/11/1988 in Fallbrook, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2013-04-16 | Final Game: 2017-07-23

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 196 lbs

Full name: Shane Aaron Peterson

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Biography

Shane Peterson, born in 1988, was a versatile position player whose career spanned from 2013 to 2017. He made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time characterized by an increasing emphasis on power and athleticism, yet he showcased a balanced skill set that made him a valuable contributor to his teams. Over the course of his career, Peterson played in 125 games, accumulating 73 hits, 4 home runs, and 28 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .254. His ability to get on base and his occasional power output reflected the evolving dynamics of the game during the late 2010s. Throughout his playing tenure, Peterson was known for his resilience and adaptability, often filling various roles within the lineup. He demonstrated speed on the bases, successfully stealing 2 bases, which added a layer of threat to his offensive profile. Although his time in the majors was relatively brief, Peterson's contributions were felt in every opportunity he received, representing a workmanlike approach that resonated with fans and teammates alike. His career, while not marked by overwhelming statistics, highlighted the importance of role players in the ever-competitive landscape of professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
125 287 32 73 12 3 4 28 2 26 79 0.254 0.319 0.359 0.677 -288.7

Career AVG .254 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .319 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .359 vs. league average .409 across their career seasons — 12.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.677 vs. league average 0.729 across their career seasons — 7.0% 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
2013 OAK AL 2 7 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 3 0.143 — — — — 0.0
2015 MIL NL 93 201 22 52 7 3 2 16 0 20 55 0.259 .254 (+2%) .316 (+2%) .404 (-13%) .721 (-6%) -196.9
2017 TBR AL 30 79 9 20 5 0 2 11 2 5 21 0.253 .254 (-1%) .324 (-4%) .425 (-8%) .750 (-6%) -91.7

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 4 3 24 3 1 2
OF 72 61 131 5 3 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2013 OAK 1B 2 2 8 2 0 1
2015 MIL 1B 2 1 16 1 1 1
2015 MIL OF 52 43 94 4 3 1
2017 TBA OF 20 18 37 1 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 4
Left Field 48
Center Field 20
Right Field 14
Designated Hitter 5

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
California State University Long Beach Long Beach CA 2006, 2007, 2008