Jerry Sands

Born: 9/28/1987 in Middletown, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 2011-04-18 | Final Game: 2016-06-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 225 lbs

Full name: Gerald Robert Sands

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Biography

Jerry Sands was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2011 to 2016. Born in 1987, Sands played primarily as a position player, showcasing his talents with a blend of power and versatility. Over the course of his MLB career, he appeared in 156 games, where he compiled 100 hits, 10 home runs, and 57 runs batted in, finishing with a batting average of .238. His ability to contribute offensively was complemented by a modest speed on the bases, as he recorded 3 stolen bases during his time in the league. Sands' career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball, characterized by evolving player development and the increasing use of analytics. He initially gained recognition in the minor leagues for his power-hitting capabilities, which translated to his brief stints in the majors with teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Tampa Bay Rays. While his time in the spotlight was relatively short, Sands' journey through the ranks of professional baseball exemplified the challenges and opportunities faced by players striving to make an impact in the game. His contributions, though not monumental in terms of statistics, reflect the dedication and passion that define the spirit of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
156	420	36	100	22	1	10	57	3	38	126	0.238	0.303	0.367	0.670	-288.0

Career AVG .238 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — 6.3% below league average.

Career OBP .303 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .367 vs. league average .403 across their career seasons — 8.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.670 vs. league average 0.721 across their career seasons — 7.1% 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
2011	LAD	NL	61	198	20	50	15	0	4	26	3	25	51	0.253	.255 (-1%)	.320 (+5%)	.399 (-3%)	.719 (+1%)	75.2
2012	LAD	NL	9	23	2	4	2	0	0	1	0	1	9	0.174	—	—	—	—	0.0
2014	TBR	AL	12	21	1	4	0	0	1	4	0	0	6	0.190	—	—	—	—	0.0
2015	CLE	AL	50	123	11	29	5	1	4	19	0	9	36	0.236	.254 (-7%)	.316 (-10%)	.404 (-4%)	.721 (-6%)	-156.0
2016	CHW	AL	24	55	2	13	0	0	1	7	0	3	24	0.236	.255 (-7%)	.321 (-14%)	.417 (-30%)	.738 (-23%)	-207.2