Rafael Bournigal, baseball player, 1992-1999

Rafael Bournigal

Born: 5/12/1966 in Azua, Azua, D.R.

MLB Debut: 1992-09-01 | Final Game: 1999-10-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Rafael Antonio Bournigal

Biography

Rafael Bournigal was a professional baseball player born in 1966, who had a career spanning from 1992 to 1999. Primarily known as a position player, Bournigal appeared in 365 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded a total of 234 hits, contributing to a career batting average of .251. He demonstrated versatility and skill on the field, finishing his career with 4 home runs and 85 RBIs, while also showcasing his speed with 12 stolen bases. Bournigal played during an era marked by significant changes in the game, including the rise of power hitters and the increasing importance of speed on the base paths. His contributions were felt on various teams, where he was valued for his defensive capabilities and ability to get on base. Though he may not have achieved the spotlight of some of his contemporaries, Bournigal's steady presence and contributions to his teams reflected the grit and determination that defined many players of his generation.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
365 932 104 234 44 3 4 85 12 59 64 0.251 0.301 0.318 0.619 -3249.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 140 89 198 297 3 70
3B 8 4 5 4 1 0
OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 216 159 266 486 11 112

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 140
Third Base 8
Shortstop 216
Left Field 1
Designated Hitter 2

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1999 SEA AL $400,000
1998 OAK AL $385,000
1997 OAK AL $162,500
1996 OAK AL $150,000
1994 LAN NL $134,000
1993 LAN NL $124,000
Total Career Earnings $1,355,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Canada College Redwood City CA 1985, 1986
Florida State University Tallahassee FL 1987