Jeff Baker, baseball player, 2005-2015

Jeff Baker

Born: 6/21/1981 in Bad Kissingen, Bavaria, West Germany

MLB Debut: 2005-04-04 | Final Game: 2015-07-07

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Jeffrey Glen Baker

Biography

Jeff Baker was born in 1981 and enjoyed a professional baseball career that spanned a decade from 2005 to 2015. Primarily a position player, Baker distinguished himself as a versatile athlete, capable of playing multiple infield positions. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 748 games, amassing 474 hits and demonstrating a solid offensive presence with a batting average of .264. He contributed significantly to his teams with 54 home runs and 235 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and provide power at crucial moments. Baker's playing style was characterized by his disciplined approach at the plate and his ability to come through in clutch situations. With a total of 14 stolen bases, he added a layer of speed to his game, making him a well-rounded player during his time in the league. His career unfolded during an era when the game was increasingly emphasizing power hitting and offensive production, and he carved out a niche as a reliable contributor on several Major League teams. Baker retired after the 2015 season, leaving behind a legacy as a dependable player who could adapt to various roles, contributing to the teams he played for throughout his career.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
748 1793 244 474 108 15 54 235 14 139 472 0.264 0.318 0.432 0.750 1034.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
4 4 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 1 0.500

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2007 WS COL 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
2007 NLDS2 COL 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 1.000
2007 NLCS COL 2 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.500

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 170 115 1041 42 9 82
2B 177 145 285 403 8 100
3B 102 64 35 140 11 9
OF 102 76 110 2 1 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 170
Second Base 177
Third Base 102
Left Field 36
Right Field 67
Designated Hitter 22

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2008 Player of the Week Week of 2008-06-21

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2015 MIA NL $2,100,000
2014 MIA NL $1,600,000
2012 CHN NL $1,375,000
2011 CHN NL $1,175,000
2010 CHN NL $975,000
2009 COL NL $415,000
2008 COL NL $403,000
2007 COL NL $400,000
2005 COL NL $316,000
Total Career Earnings $8,759,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Clemson University Clemson SC 2000, 2001, 2002