Melky Cabrera, baseball player, 144 home runs, 2005-2019

Melky Cabrera

Born: 8/11/1984 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2005-07-07 | Final Game: 2019-09-29

Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 210 lbs

Biography

Melky Cabrera was a professional baseball player born in 1984, who enjoyed a successful career spanning from 2005 to 2019. Primarily known as a position player, Cabrera appeared in 1,887 games throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. He made a notable mark with a career batting average of .285, accumulating 1,962 hits and 144 home runs, alongside 854 RBIs. His ability to contribute offensively was complemented by his speed on the bases, as he recorded 101 stolen bases during his career. Cabrera's talent earned him one All-Star selection, highlighting his status as one of the prominent outfielders of his era. Cabrera played during a time when the game was evolving, with an increasing emphasis on offensive production and versatility in the lineup. His playing style was characterized by a strong contact approach at the plate, combined with the ability to drive in runs and create scoring opportunities. Throughout his career, Cabrera demonstrated resilience and adaptability, playing for several teams and contributing to their successes. His journey through Major League Baseball reflects not only his individual accomplishments but also the broader narratives of the game during the late 2000s and 2010s, as he carved out a respected place in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1887 6878 895 1962 383 45 144 854 101 510 891 0.285 0.334 0.417 0.751 2473.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
25 83 8 17 2 0 1 7 3 16 0.205

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2018 ALDS2 CLE 3 8 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.125
2010 NLDS2 ATL 3 8 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0.000
2009 ALDS1 NYA 3 12 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 5 0.167
2009 ALCS NYA 6 23 3 9 2 0 0 4 3 6 0.391
2009 WS NYA 4 13 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.154
2007 ALDS2 NYA 4 16 2 3 0 0 1 2 0 1 0.188
2006 ALDS1 NYA 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1784 1687 3232 123 38 21

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 1023
Center Field 561
Right Field 296
Designated Hitter 42

Awards & Honors

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 CHA AL $14,000,000
2015 CHA AL $13,000,000
2014 TOR AL $8,000,000
2013 TOR AL $8,000,000
2012 SFN NL $6,000,000
2011 KCA AL $1,250,000
2010 ATL NL $3,100,000
2009 NYA AL $1,400,000
2008 NYA AL $461,200
2007 NYA AL $432,400
Total Career Earnings $55,643,600