Raul Chavez
Born: 3/17/1973 in Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 1996-08-30 | Final Game: 2009-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 245 lbs
Full name: Raul Alexander Chavez
Biography
Raul Chavez was a professional baseball player born in 1973 who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1996 until his retirement in 2009. Primarily known as a position player, Chavez played a total of 263 games throughout his career. He accumulated 157 hits, which included 7 home runs and 65 runs batted in, while finishing with a career batting average of .231. His speed on the bases allowed him to secure 4 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Chavez's playing career unfolded during an era characterized by significant offensive production in baseball, as the late 1990s and early 2000s saw an increase in home runs and offensive statistics across the board. While he may not have been a superstar, Chavez was a valuable role player known for his versatility and ability to contribute in various capacities on the field. His journey through the majors reflected the experiences of many players who carved out careers through hard work and determination, making him a respected figure among teammates and fans alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 263 | 680 | 48 | 157 | 27 | 1 | 7 | 65 | 4 | 31 | 115 | 0.231 | 0.266 | 0.304 | 0.570 | -2504.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | WSN | NL | 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | WSN | NL | 13 | 26 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0.269 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | SEA | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | HOU | NL | 14 | 43 | 3 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.256 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | HOU | NL | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | HOU | NL | 19 | 37 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.270 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | HOU | NL | 64 | 162 | 9 | 34 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 10 | 38 | 0.210 | -976.1 |
| 2005 | HOU | NL | 37 | 99 | 6 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 0.172 | -661.2 |
| 2006 | BAL | AL | 16 | 28 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.179 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | PIT | NL | 42 | 116 | 12 | 30 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 0.259 | -398.2 |
| 2009 | TOR | AL | 51 | 159 | 10 | 41 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 6 | 23 | 0.258 | -468.6 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0.400 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | NLDS2 | HOU | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2004 | NLDS2 | HOU | 2 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.600 |
| 2004 | NLCS | HOU | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 247 | 187 | 1379 | 133 | 11 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | MON | C | 3 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | MON | C | 13 | 5 | 47 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | SEA | C | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | HOU | C | 14 | 12 | 67 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 | HOU | C | 2 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | HOU | C | 16 | 7 | 55 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | HOU | C | 61 | 48 | 395 | 29 | 4 | 2 |
| 2005 | HOU | C | 36 | 30 | 213 | 19 | 2 | 2 |
| 2006 | BAL | C | 15 | 8 | 60 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 | PIT | C | 35 | 31 | 188 | 23 | 1 | 2 |
| 2009 | TOR | C | 51 | 44 | 327 | 40 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 247 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | BAL | AL | $400,000 |
| 2005 | HOU | NL | $360,000 |
| 2004 | HOU | NL | $315,000 |
| 2003 | HOU | NL | $300,000 |
| 1996 | MON | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,484,000 | ||