Rich Aude
Born: 7/13/1971 in Van Nuys, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-09-09 | Final Game: 1996-05-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Richard Thomas Aude
Biography
Rich Aude, born in 1971, was a position player who had a brief yet noteworthy career in Major League Baseball from 1993 to 1996. Over the course of his professional tenure, Aude played in 62 games, where he recorded 34 hits and achieved a batting average of .225. Known for his versatility on the field, he contributed a total of 24 RBIs and hit 2 home runs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs during critical moments. Aude also demonstrated his speed on the basepaths with 1 stolen base, adding an element of athleticism to his game.
Aude's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball that saw the sport evolving with new strategies and player dynamics. Though his time in the league was relatively short, he left an imprint on the teams he played for, embodying the determination and competitive spirit that characterized many players of his generation. While not a household name, Rich Aude’s journey through the major leagues remains a testament to the opportunities and challenges faced by players in a highly competitive environment.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62 | 151 | 11 | 34 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 24 | 1 | 7 | 35 | 0.225 | 0.259 | 0.325 | 0.584 | -256.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 13 | 26 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.115 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | PIT | NL | 42 | 109 | 10 | 27 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 6 | 20 | 0.248 | -256.5 |
| 1996 | PIT | NL | 7 | 16 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 43 | 35 | 298 | 17 | 2 | 37 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | PIT | 1B | 7 | 5 | 47 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| 1993 | PIT | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | PIT | 1B | 32 | 26 | 223 | 11 | 1 | 28 |
| 1996 | PIT | 1B | 4 | 4 | 28 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 43 |
| Left Field | 1 |