Sam Fuld

Sam Fuld running

Sam Fuld

Samuel Babson Fuld (born November 20, 1981) is a former Major League Baseball (MLB) outfielder and the current general manager of the Philadelphia Phillies. Known for his defensive prowess and hustle, Fuld played for the Chicago Cubs, Tampa Bay Rays, Oakland Athletics, and Minnesota Twins during his MLB career.

Early Life and Education

Fuld was born in Durham, New Hampshire. He attended Phillips Exeter Academy in Exeter, New Hampshire, where he excelled in both baseball and basketball. After high school, Fuld attended Stanford University, where he played college baseball for the Stanford Cardinal.

Professional Career

Chicago Cubs

Fuld was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the 10th round of the 2004 Major League Baseball Draft. He made his MLB debut with the Cubs on September 5, 2007. Fuld was known for his defensive skills and often used as a late-inning defensive replacement.

Tampa Bay Rays

In 2011, Fuld was traded to the Tampa Bay Rays as part of a multi-player deal. He quickly became a fan favorite due to his spectacular defensive plays and hustle, earning the nickname "Superman" for his diving catches.

Oakland Athletics and Minnesota Twins

Fuld signed with the Oakland Athletics in 2014 but was claimed off waivers by the Minnesota Twins later that year. He returned to the Athletics in a trade during the same season and played with them until the end of his MLB career in 2015.

Post-Playing Career

After retiring as a player, Fuld joined the Philadelphia Phillies as a player information coordinator in 2017. In December 2020, he was named the general manager of the Phillies, where he works alongside president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski.

Personal Life

Fuld has been open about his diagnosis of type 1 diabetes, which he has managed throughout his career. He is an advocate for diabetes awareness and has participated in various related initiatives.

See Also

• List of Major League Baseball players with a home run in their first major league at bat
• List of Major League Baseball players with 1000 runs scored

External Links

Philadelphia Phillies roster
Active roster				Inactive roster		Coaches/Other
Pitchers Starting rotation 27 Aaron Nola 61 Cristopher Sánchez 55 Ranger Suárez 22 Spencer Turnbull 99 Taijuan Walker 45 Zack Wheeler Bullpen 46 José Alvarado 58 Seranthony Domínguez 23 Jeff Hoffman 50 Orion Kerkering 66 José Ruiz 30 Gregory Soto 25 Matt Strahm		Catchers 10 J. T. Realmuto 21 Garrett Stubbs Infielders 28 Alec Bohm  2 Kody Clemens  3 Bryce Harper 33 Edmundo Sosa  5 Bryson Stott Outfielders  8 Nick Castellanos 16 Brandon Marsh  9 Whit Merrifield 19 Cristian Pache 18 Johan Rojas Designated hitters 12 Kyle Schwarber		Pitchers 49 Kolby Allard 68 Max Castillo 54 Dylan Covey 43 Yunior Marte 63 Michael Mercado 57 Nick Nelson 56 Luis F. Ortiz 39 Michael Rucker Catchers 13 Rafael Marchan Infielders 29 Rodolfo Castro 24 Darick Hall -- José Rodríguez  7 Trea Turner 37 Weston Wilson		Manager 59 Rob Thomson Coaches 95 Mike Calitri (bench) 65 Caleb Cotham (pitching) -- Bobby Dickerson (infield) 38 Paco Figueroa (first base) 97 Brad Flanders (bullpen catcher) 93 Brian Kaplan (assistant pitching) 92 Dustin Lind (assistant hitting) 53 Kevin Long (hitting) 94 Rafael Pena (assistant hitting) 98 Hector Rabago (bullpen catcher) 91 Cesar Ramos (bullpen) 62 Dusty Wathan (third base) 26 active, 14 inactive 7-, 10-, or 15-day injured list # Personal leave Roster and coaches updated May 4, 2024 Transactions • Depth chart → All MLB rosters