Robinson Chirinos, baseball player, 2011-2022

Robinson Chirinos

Born: 6/5/1984 in Punto Fijo, Falcón, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 2011-07-18 | Final Game: 2022-10-05

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Robinson David Chirinos

Biography

Robinson Chirinos, born in 1984, was a notable position player in Major League Baseball who played from 2011 to 2022. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 714 games, amassing 480 hits and demonstrating a power-hitting capability with 95 home runs. Known for his resilience and versatility, Chirinos contributed significantly to the teams he played for, driving in 306 runs while maintaining a batting average of .226. His career spanned an era characterized by a significant emphasis on offensive output, and he carved out a niche as a reliable catcher who could also contribute with his bat. Chirinos' career included stints with several franchises, where he was recognized not only for his offensive contributions but also for his defensive skills behind the plate. He exhibited a strong understanding of the game, which made him a valuable asset to pitching staffs. While he totaled only 5 stolen bases, Chirinos' playing style was more focused on power and run production rather than speed on the base paths. His journey through the league reflected a dedication to the craft, and he left a lasting impact on fans and teammates alike before retiring after the 2022 season.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
714 2124 275 480 114 5 95 306 5 231 664 0.226 0.319 0.419 0.738 1388.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
18 52 5 9 1 0 4 7 4 19 0.173

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2019 ALCS HOU 4 13 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 6 0.000
2019 ALDS1 HOU 4 9 1 2 0 0 1 1 2 4 0.222
2019 WS HOU 6 19 2 4 1 0 2 3 0 7 0.211
2016 ALDS1 TEX 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 .000
2015 ALDS2 TEX 3 11 1 3 0 0 1 3 0 2 0.273

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 5 4 25 5 1 3
2B 2 0 0 0 0 0
3B 3 0 0 1 0 0
C 668 619 4696 247 30 27

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 668
First Base 5
Second Base 2
Third Base 3
Designated Hitter 11

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 TEX AL $1,550,000
2015 TEX AL $518,290
2014 TEX AL $502,232
2012 TBA AL $480,700
Total Career Earnings $3,051,222