Eric Byrnes
Born: 2/16/1976 in Redwood City, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-08-22 | Final Game: 2010-05-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Eric James Byrnes
Biography
Eric Byrnes was a dynamic position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2000 to 2010. Born in 1976, Byrnes played in a total of 963 games over his career, during which he established himself as a versatile outfielder known for his speed and tenacity on the base paths. He finished his career with 827 hits, 109 home runs, and 396 RBIs, achieving a batting average of .258. Additionally, Byrnes showcased his athleticism with 129 stolen bases, underscoring his ability to impact the game both offensively and defensively.
Byrnes was known for his high-energy style of play, which endeared him to fans and teammates alike. He played during a transformative era in baseball, where power hitting and speed were increasingly valued. Byrnes was particularly recognized for his contributions to the Arizona Diamondbacks, where he became a key player in their outfield and helped the team in various playoff pushes. After retiring, he transitioned into sports broadcasting, where he continued to share his passion for the game with a broader audience, further solidifying his legacy in baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 963 | 3202 | 482 | 827 | 191 | 30 | 109 | 396 | 129 | 253 | 538 | 0.258 | 0.320 | 0.439 | 0.759 | 166.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | OAK | AL | 10 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | OAK | AL | 19 | 38 | 9 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 0.237 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | OAK | AL | 90 | 94 | 24 | 23 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 17 | 0.245 | -120.1 |
| 2003 | OAK | AL | 121 | 414 | 64 | 109 | 27 | 9 | 12 | 51 | 10 | 42 | 71 | 0.263 | 321.6 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | 143 | 569 | 91 | 161 | 39 | 3 | 20 | 73 | 17 | 46 | 111 | 0.283 | 767.4 |
| 2005 | BAL | AL | 52 | 167 | 17 | 32 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 3 | 11 | 33 | 0.192 | -833.0 |
| 2005 | COL | NL | 15 | 53 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 0.189 | -833.0 |
| 2005 | OAK | AL | 59 | 192 | 30 | 51 | 15 | 2 | 7 | 24 | 2 | 14 | 27 | 0.266 | -833.0 |
| 2006 | AZ | NL | 143 | 562 | 82 | 150 | 37 | 3 | 26 | 79 | 25 | 34 | 88 | 0.267 | 235.8 |
| 2007 | AZ | NL | 160 | 626 | 103 | 179 | 30 | 8 | 21 | 83 | 50 | 57 | 98 | 0.286 | 977.8 |
| 2008 | AZ | NL | 52 | 206 | 28 | 43 | 13 | 1 | 6 | 23 | 4 | 16 | 36 | 0.209 | -569.8 |
| 2009 | AZ | NL | 84 | 239 | 26 | 54 | 14 | 1 | 8 | 31 | 9 | 12 | 30 | 0.226 | -612.4 |
| 2010 | SEA | AL | 15 | 32 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 9 | 0.094 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 45 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 14 | 0.267 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | NLDS1 | ARI | 3 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0.250 |
| 2007 | NLCS | ARI | 4 | 17 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.176 |
| 2003 | ALDS2 | OAK | 5 | 13 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0.462 |
| 2002 | ALDS2 | OAK | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2001 | ALDS2 | OAK | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 889 | 778 | 1666 | 45 | 23 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | OAK | OF | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | OAK | OF | 12 | 8 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 | OAK | OF | 79 | 19 | 53 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | OAK | OF | 117 | 108 | 212 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| 2004 | OAK | OF | 141 | 137 | 264 | 11 | 3 | 2 |
| 2005 | BAL | OF | 51 | 42 | 91 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 | COL | OF | 14 | 14 | 39 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 | OAK | OF | 54 | 48 | 117 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 2006 | ARI | OF | 137 | 130 | 297 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 | ARI | OF | 160 | 159 | 351 | 12 | 5 | 1 |
| 2008 | ARI | OF | 51 | 50 | 78 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | ARI | OF | 58 | 54 | 118 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 2010 | SEA | OF | 11 | 8 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 565 |
| Center Field | 288 |
| Right Field | 115 |
| Designated Hitter | 28 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Player of the Week | Week of 2004-07-31 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | SEA | AL | $400,000 |
| 2009 | ARI | NL | $11,666,666 |
| 2008 | ARI | NL | $6,666,666 |
| 2007 | ARI | NL | $4,575,000 |
| 2006 | ARI | NL | $2,250,000 |
| 2005 | OAK | AL | $2,200,000 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | $328,000 |
| 2003 | OAK | AL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $28,386,332 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Los Angeles | Los Angeles | CA | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 11th | 43.0 | 448 | 0 |