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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CIN | NL | 24 | 63 | 11 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 0.286 | -152.2 |
| 1992 | CIN | NL | 74 | 173 | 14 | 40 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 10 | 34 | 0.231 | -473.4 |
| 1993 | COL | NL | 74 | 213 | 20 | 61 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 26 | 3 | 6 | 27 | 0.286 | -213.7 |
| 1994 | WSN | NL | 47 | 85 | 8 | 16 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0.188 | -574.9 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CIN | 2B | 3 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | CIN | SS | 20 | 16 | 26 | 49 | 2 | 5 |
| 1992 | CIN | 2B | 37 | 23 | 47 | 61 | 0 | 8 |
| 1992 | CIN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | CIN | SS | 34 | 21 | 33 | 68 | 6 | 18 |
| 1993 | COL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | COL | 2B | 19 | 11 | 30 | 39 | 1 | 7 |
| 1993 | COL | 3B | 5 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | COL | SS | 48 | 43 | 66 | 113 | 12 | 19 |
| 1994 | MON | 1B | 3 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1994 | MON | 2B | 36 | 17 | 41 | 42 | 2 | 10 |
| 1994 | MON | 3B | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | MON | SS | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
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 |