Ben Broussard, baseball player, 2002-2008

Ben Broussard

Born: 9/24/1976 in Beaumont, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 2002-06-22 | Final Game: 2008-05-02

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Benjamin Isaac Broussard

Biography

Ben Broussard, born in 1976, was a professional baseball player who made his mark primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2002 until his retirement in 2008. Over the course of his career, he played in 705 games, amassing 561 hits and 87 home runs, while driving in 314 runs. With a batting average of .263 and 15 stolen bases, Broussard showcased a balanced offensive skill set that contributed to the teams he played for, including stints with the Cleveland Indians, Seattle Mariners, and Texas Rangers. Broussard's career unfolded during a dynamic era in baseball, characterized by offensive explosion and the increasing importance of power hitters. His ability to generate runs and provide key contributions in pivotal moments earned him a reputation as a reliable player in the lineup. While he may not have achieved the stardom of some of his contemporaries, Broussard's consistent performance and versatility on the field solidified his role as a noteworthy figure in the early 2000s baseball landscape.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
705 2136 275 561 114 13 87 314 15 171 466 0.263 0.324 0.450 0.775 837.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 557 451 4192 303 38 448
OF 54 47 82 1 2 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 557
Left Field 42
Right Field 12
Designated Hitter 52

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2006 Player of the Week Week of 2006-04-29

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2008 TEX AL $3,850,000
2007 SEA AL $3,550,000
2006 CLE AL $2,487,500
2005 CLE AL $365,000
2004 CLE AL $324,100
2003 CLE AL $303,000
Total Career Earnings $10,879,600

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
McNeese State University Lake Charles LA 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999