Gabe Alvarez
Born: 3/6/1974 in Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico
MLB Debut: 1998-06-22 | Final Game: 2000-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Gabriel de Jesus Alvarez
Biography
Gabe Alvarez was a professional baseball player born in 1974, who played in Major League Baseball from 1998 to 2000. Primarily serving as a position player, Alvarez appeared in 92 games throughout his career, where he showcased his abilities as both a hitter and a contributor on the field. He recorded a total of 59 hits, including 7 home runs, and drove in 33 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .222. Although he was not known for his speed, he did manage to steal one base during his tenure in the league.
Alvarez's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the offensive explosion of the late 1990s and early 2000s, which was marked by higher offensive numbers across the league. While he may not have achieved the same level of stardom as some of his contemporaries, Alvarez's contributions to his teams reflected the hard work and dedication that defined many players of that era. His journey through professional baseball, from the minors to the major leagues, serves as a testament to the perseverance required to succeed at the highest levels of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92 | 266 | 22 | 59 | 15 | 0 | 7 | 33 | 1 | 24 | 76 | 0.222 | 0.289 | 0.357 | 0.646 | -668.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | DET | AL | 58 | 199 | 16 | 46 | 11 | 0 | 5 | 29 | 1 | 18 | 65 | 0.231 | -472.2 |
| 1999 | DET | AL | 22 | 53 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0.208 | -195.8 |
| 2000 | DET | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | SDP | NL | 11 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 60 | 52 | 38 | 95 | 19 | 6 |
| OF | 7 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | DET | 3B | 55 | 52 | 38 | 93 | 19 | 6 |
| 1999 | DET | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | DET | OF | 5 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | SDN | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | SDN | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 60 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 5 |
| Designated Hitter | 15 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | DET | AL | $170,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $170,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 1993, 1994, 1995 |