Erick Aybar
Born: 1/14/1984 in Bani, Peravia, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2006-05-16 | Final Game: 2017-10-01
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Erick Johan Aybar
Biography
Erick Aybar, born in 1984, was a talented position player who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball from 2006 until his retirement in 2017. Over the course of his career, Aybar played in 1,454 games and established himself as a reliable hitter, amassing 1,402 hits with a batting average of .271. Known for his speed and agility, he stole 155 bases and recorded 58 home runs and 473 RBIs, showcasing a well-rounded offensive skill set that helped his teams compete in the highly dynamic landscape of the 21st century.
Aybar's career was highlighted by his selection as an All-Star, which underscored his impact during his prime years. He was particularly noted for his defensive prowess and ability to contribute in clutch situations, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the Los Angeles Angels and Atlanta Braves. Throughout his time in the league, Aybar exemplified the qualities of a modern infielder, blending solid hitting with quickness on the bases, and he left a lasting legacy as one of the prominent players of his era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1454 | 5175 | 643 | 1402 | 256 | 46 | 58 | 473 | 155 | 285 | 670 | 0.271 | 0.313 | 0.372 | 0.685 | -6240.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | LAA | AL | 34 | 40 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | LAA | AL | 79 | 194 | 18 | 46 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 19 | 4 | 10 | 32 | 0.237 | -931.8 |
| 2008 | LAA | AL | 98 | 346 | 53 | 96 | 18 | 5 | 3 | 39 | 7 | 14 | 45 | 0.277 | -502.4 |
| 2009 | LAA | AL | 137 | 504 | 70 | 157 | 23 | 9 | 5 | 58 | 14 | 30 | 54 | 0.312 | 289.5 |
| 2010 | LAA | AL | 138 | 534 | 69 | 135 | 18 | 4 | 5 | 29 | 22 | 35 | 81 | 0.253 | -1318.4 |
| 2011 | LAA | AL | 143 | 556 | 71 | 155 | 33 | 8 | 10 | 59 | 30 | 31 | 68 | 0.279 | 242.7 |
| 2012 | LAA | AL | 141 | 517 | 67 | 150 | 31 | 5 | 8 | 45 | 20 | 22 | 61 | 0.290 | 144.1 |
| 2013 | LAA | AL | 138 | 550 | 68 | 149 | 33 | 5 | 6 | 54 | 12 | 23 | 59 | 0.271 | -622.5 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | 156 | 589 | 77 | 164 | 30 | 4 | 7 | 68 | 16 | 36 | 62 | 0.278 | -65.1 |
| 2015 | LAA | AL | 156 | 597 | 74 | 161 | 30 | 1 | 3 | 44 | 15 | 25 | 73 | 0.270 | -1400.6 |
| 2016 | ATL | NL | 97 | 335 | 27 | 81 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 26 | 3 | 20 | 59 | 0.242 | -1141.0 |
| 2016 | DET | AL | 29 | 80 | 7 | 20 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 11 | 0.250 | -1141.0 |
| 2017 | SDP | NL | 108 | 333 | 37 | 78 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 22 | 11 | 28 | 57 | 0.234 | -876.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | SDP | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | - |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 61 | 4 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 0.262 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ALDS1 | LAA | 3 | 11 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.455 |
| 2009 | ALDS2 | LAA | 3 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0.364 |
| 2009 | ALCS | LAA | 6 | 20 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 |
| 2008 | ALDS1 | LAA | 4 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.111 |
| 2007 | ALDS1 | LAA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 55 | 36 | 63 | 118 | 4 | 27 |
| 3B | 13 | 12 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| OF | 8 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 1337 | 1288 | 1975 | 3393 | 149 | 758 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | LAA | 2B | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | LAA | SS | 19 | 6 | 13 | 22 | 4 | 6 |
| 2007 | LAA | 2B | 43 | 35 | 60 | 106 | 4 | 25 |
| 2007 | LAA | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | LAA | SS | 20 | 7 | 14 | 24 | 3 | 2 |
| 2007 | LAA | OF | 8 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | LAA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | LAA | SS | 96 | 91 | 140 | 276 | 18 | 63 |
| 2009 | LAA | SS | 136 | 135 | 240 | 378 | 11 | 102 |
| 2010 | LAA | SS | 135 | 133 | 198 | 344 | 21 | 59 |
| 2011 | LAA | SS | 142 | 142 | 240 | 406 | 13 | 102 |
| 2012 | LAA | SS | 139 | 137 | 232 | 359 | 15 | 86 |
| 2013 | LAA | SS | 138 | 138 | 217 | 328 | 15 | 78 |
| 2014 | LAA | SS | 155 | 154 | 194 | 359 | 10 | 75 |
| 2015 | LAA | SS | 154 | 154 | 244 | 359 | 17 | 71 |
| 2016 | ATL | 2B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | ATL | SS | 93 | 88 | 109 | 241 | 13 | 46 |
| 2016 | DET | 2B | 6 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | DET | 3B | 12 | 11 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | DET | SS | 11 | 10 | 17 | 24 | 0 | 5 |
| 2017 | SDN | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | SDN | SS | 99 | 93 | 117 | 273 | 9 | 63 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
| Second Base | 55 |
| Third Base | 13 |
| Shortstop | 1337 |
| Left Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 9 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Gold Glove | SS |
| 2011 | Player of the Week | Week of 2011-09-18 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | ATL | NL | $8,500,000 |
| 2015 | LAA | AL | $8,500,000 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | $8,500,000 |
| 2013 | LAA | AL | $8,750,000 |
| 2012 | LAA | AL | $5,075,000 |
| 2011 | LAA | AL | $3,000,000 |
| 2010 | LAA | AL | $2,050,000 |
| 2009 | LAA | AL | $460,000 |
| 2008 | LAA | AL | $415,000 |
| 2007 | LAA | AL | $382,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $45,632,500 | ||