Francisco Cabrera
Born: 10/10/1966 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1989-07-24 | Final Game: 1993-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 195 lbs
Biography
Francisco Cabrera, born in 1966, was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player from 1989 until his retirement in 1993. Over the course of his career, Cabrera appeared in 196 games, showcasing his talent and versatility on the field. He finished his playing days with a batting average of .254, accumulating a total of 89 hits, 17 home runs, and 62 RBIs, along with 2 stolen bases.
Cabrera's career unfolded during a transformative time in Major League Baseball, marked by the increased focus on power hitting and offensive prowess. His contributions to the teams he played for were often highlighted by key moments that showcased his ability to perform under pressure. While his overall numbers might not reflect the dominance of some contemporaries, Cabrera's role as a reliable player in the lineup and his memorable performances left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 196 | 351 | 32 | 89 | 17 | 1 | 17 | 62 | 2 | 21 | 69 | 0.254 | 0.294 | 0.453 | 0.747 | 140.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | ATL | NL | 4 | 14 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | TOR | AL | 3 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | ATL | NL | 63 | 137 | 14 | 38 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 25 | 1 | 5 | 21 | 0.277 | 177.8 |
| 1991 | ATL | NL | 44 | 95 | 7 | 23 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 23 | 1 | 6 | 20 | 0.242 | -20.6 |
| 1992 | ATL | NL | 12 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | ATL | NL | 70 | 83 | 8 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 8 | 21 | 0.241 | -16.6 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0.429 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | NLCS | ATL | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.667 |
| 1992 | NLCS | ATL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
| 1992 | WS | ATL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1991 | WS | ATL | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 76 | 58 | 414 | 37 | 5 | 23 |
| C | 24 | 12 | 84 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | ATL | C | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | ATL | 1B | 2 | 2 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1990 | ATL | C | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | ATL | 1B | 48 | 36 | 264 | 19 | 3 | 15 |
| 1991 | ATL | C | 17 | 11 | 72 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | ATL | 1B | 14 | 9 | 65 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| 1992 | ATL | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | ATL | C | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | ATL | 1B | 12 | 11 | 61 | 10 | 0 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 24 |
| First Base | 76 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | ATL | NL | $181,500 |
| 1992 | ATL | NL | $148,000 |
| 1991 | ATL | NL | $110,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $439,500 | ||