Edgardo Alfonzo
Born: 11/8/1973 in Santa Teresa, Miranda, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 1995-04-26 | Final Game: 2006-06-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Edgardo Antonio Alfonzo
Biography
Edgardo Alfonzo, born in 1973, was a versatile and skilled infielder who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2006. He played a total of 1,506 games and finished his career with 1,532 hits, 146 home runs, and 744 RBIs, achieving a commendable batting average of .284. Alfonzo was known for his exceptional fielding abilities and offensive consistency, which allowed him to become a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the New York Mets and San Francisco Giants. He also showcased his speed on the bases, amassing 53 stolen bases throughout his career.
Alfonzo's career was marked by his selection as an All-Star, reflecting his status as one of the premier players of his era. As a product of the late 1990s and early 2000s, he navigated a highly competitive landscape in MLB, characterized by a blend of power hitting and advanced pitching strategies. His contributions to the game extended beyond statistics, as he was admired for his work ethic and leadership both on and off the field. Edgardo Alfonzo remains a respected figure in baseball history, remembered for his contributions to the teams he represented and the lasting impression he left on fans and players alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1506 | 5385 | 777 | 1532 | 282 | 18 | 146 | 744 | 53 | 596 | 617 | 0.284 | 0.357 | 0.425 | 0.782 | 4395.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | NYN | NL | 101 | 335 | 26 | 93 | 13 | 5 | 4 | 41 | 1 | 12 | 37 | 0.278 | -736.5 |
| 1996 | NYN | NL | 123 | 368 | 36 | 96 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 40 | 2 | 25 | 56 | 0.261 | -1217.6 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | 151 | 518 | 84 | 163 | 27 | 2 | 10 | 72 | 11 | 63 | 56 | 0.315 | 1187.9 |
| 1998 | NYN | NL | 144 | 557 | 94 | 155 | 28 | 2 | 17 | 78 | 8 | 65 | 77 | 0.278 | 525.6 |
| 1999 | NYN | NL | 158 | 628 | 123 | 191 | 41 | 1 | 27 | 108 | 9 | 85 | 85 | 0.304 | 1994.0 |
| 2000 | NYN | NL | 150 | 544 | 109 | 176 | 40 | 2 | 25 | 94 | 3 | 95 | 70 | 0.324 | 3098.0 |
| 2001 | NYN | NL | 124 | 457 | 64 | 111 | 22 | 0 | 17 | 49 | 5 | 51 | 62 | 0.243 | -389.6 |
| 2002 | NYN | NL | 135 | 490 | 78 | 151 | 26 | 0 | 16 | 56 | 6 | 62 | 55 | 0.308 | 1613.9 |
| 2003 | SFG | NL | 142 | 514 | 56 | 133 | 25 | 2 | 13 | 81 | 5 | 58 | 41 | 0.259 | -371.9 |
| 2004 | SFG | NL | 139 | 519 | 66 | 150 | 26 | 1 | 11 | 77 | 1 | 46 | 40 | 0.289 | -9.6 |
| 2005 | SFG | NL | 109 | 368 | 36 | 102 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 43 | 2 | 27 | 34 | 0.277 | -718.0 |
| 2006 | LAA | AL | 18 | 50 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.100 | -580.8 |
| 2006 | TOR | AL | 12 | 37 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0.162 | -580.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 117 | 18 | 35 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 22 | 11 | 20 | 0.299 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | NLDS1 | SFN | 4 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0.529 |
| 2000 | NLCS | NYN | 5 | 18 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0.444 |
| 2000 | NLDS2 | NYN | 4 | 18 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0.278 |
| 2000 | WS | NYN | 5 | 21 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0.143 |
| 1999 | NLCS | NYN | 6 | 27 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 0.222 |
| 1999 | NLDS2 | NYN | 4 | 16 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 549 | 523 | 1021 | 1362 | 33 | 303 |
| 3B | 889 | 829 | 599 | 1613 | 73 | 133 |
| SS | 34 | 15 | 24 | 46 | 0 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | NYN | 2B | 29 | 19 | 36 | 51 | 1 | 7 |
| 1995 | NYN | 3B | 58 | 57 | 40 | 111 | 6 | 9 |
| 1995 | NYN | SS | 6 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 3 |
| 1996 | NYN | 2B | 66 | 56 | 122 | 174 | 8 | 42 |
| 1996 | NYN | 3B | 36 | 21 | 17 | 50 | 3 | 5 |
| 1996 | NYN | SS | 15 | 8 | 7 | 22 | 0 | 5 |
| 1997 | NYN | 2B | 3 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | NYN | 3B | 143 | 127 | 82 | 269 | 12 | 29 |
| 1997 | NYN | SS | 12 | 4 | 12 | 15 | 0 | 3 |
| 1998 | NYN | 3B | 144 | 136 | 117 | 248 | 9 | 20 |
| 1998 | NYN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | NYN | 2B | 158 | 158 | 298 | 409 | 5 | 98 |
| 2000 | NYN | 2B | 146 | 145 | 316 | 362 | 10 | 84 |
| 2001 | NYN | 2B | 122 | 119 | 211 | 301 | 7 | 61 |
| 2002 | NYN | 3B | 134 | 131 | 95 | 278 | 12 | 22 |
| 2003 | SFN | 2B | 6 | 6 | 11 | 14 | 0 | 3 |
| 2003 | SFN | 3B | 133 | 133 | 79 | 233 | 11 | 17 |
| 2004 | SFN | 2B | 5 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 2 |
| 2004 | SFN | 3B | 129 | 122 | 88 | 246 | 12 | 20 |
| 2005 | SFN | 2B | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 2005 | SFN | 3B | 97 | 92 | 76 | 158 | 8 | 10 |
| 2006 | LAA | 1B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | LAA | 3B | 15 | 10 | 5 | 20 | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 | TOR | 2B | 12 | 12 | 14 | 31 | 0 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Second Base | 549 |
| Third Base | 889 |
| Shortstop | 34 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Silver Slugger | 2B |
| 1999 | TSN All-Star | 2B |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | LAA | AL | $8,000,000 |
| 2005 | SFN | NL | $7,500,000 |
| 2004 | SFN | NL | $6,500,000 |
| 2003 | SFN | NL | $4,000,000 |
| 2002 | NYN | NL | $6,200,000 |
| 2001 | NYN | NL | $5,750,000 |
| 2000 | NYN | NL | $4,225,000 |
| 1999 | NYN | NL | $2,800,000 |
| 1998 | NYN | NL | $1,750,000 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | $215,000 |
| 1996 | NYN | NL | $180,000 |
| 1995 | NYN | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $47,229,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 15th | 6.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 1999 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 8th | 88.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 1997 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 13th | 10.0 | 392 | 0 |