Willie Bloomquist, baseball player, 2002-2015

Willie Bloomquist

Born: 11/27/1977 in Bremerton, WA, USA

MLB Debut: 2002-09-01 | Final Game: 2015-06-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: William Paul Bloomquist

Biography

Willie Bloomquist was a versatile position player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 2002 to 2015. Born in 1977, Bloomquist played in 1,055 games throughout his career, showcasing his ability to adapt to multiple roles on the field. He finished his career with a solid batting average of .269, accumulating 778 hits, 18 home runs, and 225 RBIs. Known for his speed and base-running acumen, Bloomquist stole 133 bases, demonstrating his knack for creating opportunities on the base paths. Bloomquist's career spanned over a decade during which he played for several teams, including the Seattle Mariners, Kansas City Royals, and Arizona Diamondbacks, among others. He was particularly noted for his defensive versatility, often filling in at various infield and outfield positions. His contributions were especially valuable during the late 2000s, as he embodied the role of a scrappy, hard-nosed player, which was a hallmark of the era. Bloomquist's work ethic and team-first mentality made him a respected figure in the clubhouse and a fan favorite, leaving a lasting legacy in the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1055 2891 398 778 110 23 18 225 133 189 494 0.269 0.316 0.342 0.658 -6265.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
5 22 3 7 0 0 0 1 1 3 0.318

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2011 NLDS2 ARI 5 22 3 7 0 0 0 1 1 3 0.318

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 47 19 169 18 2 22
2B 141 105 196 278 12 71
3B 142 103 76 189 12 21
OF 339 228 518 11 6 2
SS 305 255 377 645 25 131

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 47
Second Base 141
Third Base 142
Shortstop 305
Left Field 109
Center Field 124
Right Field 122
Designated Hitter 46

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2015 SEA AL $3,000,000
2014 SEA AL $2,800,000
2013 ARI NL $1,900,000
2012 ARI NL $1,900,000
2011 ARI NL $900,000
2010 KCA AL $1,700,000
2009 KCA AL $1,400,000
2008 SEA AL $1,000,000
2007 SEA AL $875,000
2006 SEA AL $650,000
2005 SEA AL $385,000
2004 SEA AL $325,000
2003 SEA AL $300,000
Total Career Earnings $17,135,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Arizona State University Tempe AZ 1997, 1998, 1999