Dante Bichette
Born: 11/18/1963 in West Palm Beach, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1988-09-05 | Final Game: 2001-10-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Alphonse Dante Bichette
Biography
Dante Bichette was a prominent Major League Baseball player whose career spanned from 1988 to 2001. Born in 1963, he established himself as a formidable position player, known for his powerful hitting and consistent offensive production. Over the course of 1,704 games, Bichette amassed 1,906 hits, 274 home runs, and 1,141 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and contribute significantly to his teamsโ successes. His impressive .299 batting average underscored his proficiency at the plate, and he also demonstrated speed on the bases with 152 stolen bases.
Bichette was selected as an All-Star four times during his career, reflecting his status as one of the elite players of his era. He played most notably for the Colorado Rockies, where he became a key figure in the team's early success, particularly during the 1990s, a time marked by the offensive explosion in baseball. His powerful swing and ability to hit for average made him a fan favorite and a significant contributor to the Rockies' identity as a high-scoring team. Bichette's legacy is remembered not only for his individual achievements but also for his role in helping to popularize the Rockies in a rapidly evolving game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1704 | 6381 | 934 | 1906 | 401 | 27 | 274 | 1141 | 152 | 355 | 1078 | 0.299 | 0.336 | 0.499 | 0.835 | 12784.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | LAA | AL | 21 | 46 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.261 | -207.7 |
| 1989 | LAA | AL | 48 | 138 | 13 | 29 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 3 | 6 | 24 | 0.210 | -481.4 |
| 1990 | LAA | AL | 109 | 349 | 40 | 89 | 15 | 1 | 15 | 53 | 5 | 16 | 79 | 0.255 | 14.2 |
| 1991 | ATL | AL | 134 | 445 | 53 | 106 | 18 | 3 | 15 | 59 | 14 | 22 | 107 | 0.238 | -730.4 |
| 1992 | ATL | AL | 112 | 387 | 37 | 111 | 27 | 2 | 5 | 41 | 18 | 16 | 74 | 0.287 | 126.0 |
| 1993 | COL | NL | 141 | 538 | 93 | 167 | 43 | 5 | 21 | 89 | 14 | 28 | 99 | 0.310 | 1789.1 |
| 1994 | COL | NL | 116 | 484 | 74 | 147 | 33 | 2 | 27 | 95 | 21 | 19 | 70 | 0.304 | 1319.9 |
| 1995 | COL | NL | 139 | 579 | 102 | 197 | 38 | 2 | 40 | 128 | 13 | 22 | 96 | 0.340 | 3304.0 |
| 1996 | COL | NL | 159 | 633 | 114 | 198 | 39 | 3 | 31 | 141 | 31 | 45 | 105 | 0.313 | 1990.8 |
| 1997 | COL | NL | 151 | 561 | 81 | 173 | 31 | 2 | 26 | 118 | 6 | 30 | 90 | 0.308 | 1311.4 |
| 1998 | COL | NL | 161 | 662 | 97 | 219 | 48 | 2 | 22 | 122 | 14 | 28 | 76 | 0.331 | 1867.4 |
| 1999 | COL | NL | 151 | 593 | 104 | 177 | 38 | 2 | 34 | 133 | 6 | 54 | 84 | 0.298 | 1715.1 |
| 2000 | BOS | AL | 30 | 114 | 13 | 33 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 8 | 22 | 0.289 | 170.1 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | 125 | 461 | 67 | 136 | 27 | 2 | 16 | 76 | 5 | 41 | 69 | 0.295 | 170.1 |
| 2001 | BOS | AL | 107 | 391 | 45 | 112 | 30 | 1 | 12 | 49 | 2 | 20 | 76 | 0.286 | 197.7 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 17 | 6 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0.588 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | NLDS1 | COL | 4 | 17 | 6 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0.588 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 1552 | 1482 | 2829 | 128 | 80 | 38 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | CAL | OF | 21 | 15 | 44 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | CAL | OF | 40 | 36 | 95 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| 1990 | CAL | OF | 105 | 86 | 183 | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| 1991 | ML4 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | ML4 | OF | 127 | 109 | 270 | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| 1992 | ML4 | OF | 101 | 93 | 188 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| 1993 | COL | OF | 137 | 134 | 308 | 14 | 9 | 3 |
| 1994 | COL | OF | 116 | 113 | 211 | 10 | 2 | 4 |
| 1995 | COL | OF | 136 | 134 | 208 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| 1996 | COL | OF | 156 | 154 | 255 | 5 | 9 | 1 |
| 1997 | COL | OF | 139 | 137 | 225 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1998 | COL | OF | 156 | 156 | 289 | 14 | 11 | 6 |
| 1999 | COL | OF | 144 | 144 | 238 | 17 | 13 | 3 |
| 2000 | CIN | OF | 121 | 119 | 235 | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| 2001 | BOS | OF | 53 | 52 | 80 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 648 |
| Center Field | 56 |
| Right Field | 908 |
| Designated Hitter | 89 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Player of the Week | Week of 2000-06-03 |
| 1999 | Player of the Week | Week of 1999-08-14 |
| 1999 | Player of the Week | Week of 1999-05-22 |
| 1997 | Player of the Week | Week of 1997-07-26 |
| 1996 | Player of the Month | June |
| 1996 | Player of the Week | Week of 1996-06-29 |
| 1995 | MLB Players Choice Outstanding Player | |
| 1995 | Player of the Month | July |
| 1995 | Player of the Month | September |
| 1995 | Player of the Week | Week of 1995-08-05 |
| 1995 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 1995 | TSN All-Star | OF |
| 1994 | Player of the Week | Week of 1994-07-16 |
| 1991 | Player of the Week | Week of 1991-10-05 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | BOS | AL | $7,000,000 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | $7,000,000 |
| 1999 | COL | NL | $7,250,000 |
| 1998 | COL | NL | $5,291,667 |
| 1997 | COL | NL | $5,166,667 |
| 1996 | COL | NL | $3,591,666 |
| 1995 | COL | NL | $3,400,000 |
| 1994 | COL | NL | $2,850,000 |
| 1993 | COL | NL | $735,000 |
| 1992 | ML4 | AL | $230,000 |
| 1991 | ML4 | AL | $185,000 |
| 1990 | CAL | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $42,800,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach Community College | Lake Worth | FL | 1984 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 21th | 2.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 1996 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 20th | 6.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1995 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 2nd | 251.0 | 392 | 6 |
| 1994 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 14th | 19.0 | 392 | 0 |