Alberto Callaspo
Born: 4/19/1983 in Maracay, Aragua, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2006-08-06 | Final Game: 2015-08-19
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Alberto Jose Callaspo
Biography
Alberto Callaspo was a professional baseball player born in 1983, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 2006 until his retirement in 2015. A versatile position player, Callaspo played in 1,093 games throughout his career, showcasing his ability to handle multiple infield positions with agility and skill. He accumulated a total of 941 hits, which included 52 home runs and 369 runs batted in, while finishing his career with a batting average of .265. Known for his consistent contact hitting and solid defensive capabilities, Callaspo also contributed on the base paths, recording 22 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Callaspo's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by evolving player conditioning and offensive strategies. He began his journey in MLB with the Los Angeles Angels and later played for several teams, including the Kansas City Royals and the Oakland Athletics. His ability to adapt to different roles within the lineup and his reliability in clutch situations solidified his reputation as a valuable player. With a blend of power and speed, Callaspo left a lasting mark on the teams he played for, contributing to a competitive spirit in the league during his tenure.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1093 | 3556 | 391 | 941 | 170 | 14 | 52 | 369 | 22 | 350 | 365 | 0.265 | 0.329 | 0.364 | 0.693 | -2452.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | AZ | NL | 23 | 42 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.238 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | AZ | NL | 56 | 144 | 10 | 31 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 14 | 0.215 | -780.8 |
| 2008 | KCR | AL | 74 | 213 | 21 | 65 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 16 | 2 | 19 | 14 | 0.305 | -56.2 |
| 2009 | KCR | AL | 155 | 576 | 79 | 173 | 41 | 8 | 11 | 73 | 2 | 52 | 51 | 0.300 | 933.7 |
| 2010 | KCR | AL | 88 | 349 | 40 | 96 | 19 | 2 | 8 | 43 | 3 | 19 | 29 | 0.275 | -202.0 |
| 2010 | LAA | AL | 58 | 213 | 21 | 53 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 2 | 12 | 13 | 0.249 | -202.0 |
| 2011 | LAA | AL | 141 | 475 | 54 | 137 | 23 | 0 | 6 | 46 | 8 | 58 | 48 | 0.288 | 509.1 |
| 2012 | LAA | AL | 138 | 457 | 55 | 115 | 20 | 0 | 10 | 53 | 4 | 56 | 59 | 0.252 | -279.0 |
| 2013 | LAA | AL | 86 | 294 | 32 | 74 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 36 | 0 | 34 | 22 | 0.252 | -277.8 |
| 2013 | OAK | AL | 50 | 159 | 20 | 43 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 22 | 0 | 19 | 25 | 0.270 | -277.8 |
| 2014 | OAK | AL | 127 | 404 | 37 | 90 | 15 | 0 | 4 | 39 | 0 | 40 | 50 | 0.223 | -1273.0 |
| 2015 | ATL | NL | 37 | 107 | 12 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 14 | 10 | 0.206 | -415.5 |
| 2015 | LAD | NL | 60 | 123 | 8 | 32 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 14 | 24 | 0.260 | -415.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.222 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ALWC | OAK | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
| 2013 | ALDS2 | OAK | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.167 |
| 2007 | NLCS | ARI | 2 | 2 | 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 | 23 | 17 | 128 | 17 | 2 | 14 |
| 2B | 299 | 276 | 463 | 724 | 26 | 185 |
| 3B | 602 | 550 | 379 | 1048 | 58 | 99 |
| OF | 14 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 32 | 21 | 34 | 64 | 5 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | ARI | 2B | 3 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 2 |
| 2006 | ARI | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | ARI | SS | 4 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 2007 | ARI | 2B | 10 | 3 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 4 |
| 2007 | ARI | 3B | 18 | 11 | 11 | 23 | 1 | 5 |
| 2007 | ARI | SS | 9 | 9 | 11 | 25 | 2 | 3 |
| 2007 | ARI | OF | 10 | 8 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | KCA | 2B | 46 | 42 | 74 | 119 | 0 | 36 |
| 2008 | KCA | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | KCA | SS | 18 | 9 | 18 | 30 | 2 | 8 |
| 2008 | KCA | OF | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | KCA | 2B | 146 | 142 | 233 | 379 | 17 | 96 |
| 2009 | KCA | 3B | 14 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 | KCA | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | KCA | 2B | 11 | 11 | 19 | 30 | 1 | 9 |
| 2010 | KCA | 3B | 76 | 76 | 45 | 139 | 6 | 13 |
| 2010 | LAA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | LAA | 3B | 54 | 52 | 38 | 100 | 4 | 12 |
| 2010 | LAA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | LAA | 3B | 129 | 125 | 95 | 255 | 15 | 27 |
| 2012 | LAA | 3B | 131 | 122 | 77 | 235 | 12 | 19 |
| 2013 | LAA | 3B | 84 | 82 | 60 | 141 | 11 | 8 |
| 2013 | OAK | 2B | 32 | 30 | 39 | 57 | 3 | 9 |
| 2013 | OAK | 3B | 9 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 | OAK | 1B | 23 | 17 | 128 | 17 | 2 | 14 |
| 2014 | OAK | 2B | 46 | 41 | 76 | 104 | 4 | 25 |
| 2014 | OAK | 3B | 19 | 16 | 8 | 33 | 2 | 4 |
| 2015 | ATL | 2B | 4 | 4 | 11 | 12 | 0 | 4 |
| 2015 | ATL | 3B | 28 | 24 | 9 | 44 | 3 | 4 |
| 2015 | LAN | 3B | 37 | 26 | 17 | 48 | 2 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 23 |
| Second Base | 299 |
| Third Base | 602 |
| Shortstop | 32 |
| Left Field | 7 |
| Right Field | 7 |
| Designated Hitter | 51 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | ATL | NL | $3,000,000 |
| 2014 | OAK | AL | $4,875,000 |
| 2013 | LAA | AL | $4,100,000 |
| 2012 | LAA | AL | $3,150,000 |
| 2011 | LAA | AL | $2,000,000 |
| 2010 | KCA | AL | $460,000 |
| 2009 | KCA | AL | $415,500 |
| 2008 | KCA | AL | $394,000 |
| 2007 | ARI | NL | $380,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $18,774,500 | ||