Freddie Benavides, baseball player, 1991-1994

Freddie Benavides

Born: 4/7/1966 in Laredo, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1991-05-14 | Final Game: 1994-08-11

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Alfredo Benavides

Biography

Freddie Benavides was a professional baseball player known for his versatility as a position player during his career from 1991 to 1994. Born in 1966, he made his mark in Major League Baseball primarily as a utility infielder. Over the course of his career, Benavides played in 219 games, in which he recorded 135 hits, 4 home runs, and 52 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .253. His ability to contribute in various roles on the field made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for during the early 1990s. Benavides played most notably for the Cincinnati Reds and the Colorado Rockies, becoming part of the expanding talent pool in the league during a time when the game was evolving with more emphasis on offensive production and versatility. In addition to his offensive contributions, he showcased his speed with 4 stolen bases, reflecting the dynamic playing style that characterized many players of his era. Though his career in the majors was relatively short, Benavides left an imprint as a reliable player who adapted to the demands of the game, embodying the spirit of determination and adaptability that defined many athletes of his time.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
219 534 53 135 26 5 4 52 4 20 91 0.253 0.282 0.343 0.625 -1414.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 4 0 10 0 0 2
2B 95 53 125 146 3 26
3B 11 1 0 8 0 0
SS 105 80 128 233 20 44

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 4
Second Base 95
Third Base 11
Shortstop 105

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1994 MON NL $195,000
1993 COL NL $167,500
1992 CIN NL $120,000
1990 CIN NL $100,000
Total Career Earnings $582,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Texas Christian University Fort Worth TX 1985, 1986, 1987