Raul Chavez, baseball player, 1996-2009

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

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

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