Alex Cintron
Born: 12/17/1978 in Humacao, P.R.
MLB Debut: 2001-07-24 | Final Game: 2009-05-19
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Alexander Cintron
Biography
Alex Cintron, born in 1978, was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2001 until his retirement in 2009. Throughout his career, Cintron played in 680 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a shortstop and infielder. He recorded a batting average of .275, amassing 565 hits, which included 33 home runs and 222 RBIs. Cintron also demonstrated his speed on the bases, finishing his career with 18 stolen bases.
Cintron's career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball history, marked by offensive surges and evolving playing styles. His ability to hit for average combined with his defensive prowess allowed him to be a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Chicago White Sox. As a player known for his consistent hitting and adaptability, Cintron contributed to his teams' success during the early 2000s, ultimately leaving a lasting impact on the game before his retirement in 2009.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 680 | 2056 | 244 | 565 | 104 | 21 | 33 | 222 | 18 | 112 | 230 | 0.275 | 0.313 | 0.394 | 0.707 | -2736.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | AZ | NL | 8 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | AZ | NL | 38 | 75 | 11 | 16 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 12 | 13 | 0.213 | -207.5 |
| 2003 | AZ | NL | 117 | 448 | 70 | 142 | 26 | 6 | 13 | 51 | 2 | 29 | 33 | 0.317 | 1027.3 |
| 2004 | AZ | NL | 154 | 564 | 56 | 148 | 31 | 7 | 4 | 49 | 3 | 31 | 59 | 0.262 | -1665.2 |
| 2005 | AZ | NL | 122 | 330 | 36 | 90 | 19 | 2 | 8 | 48 | 1 | 12 | 33 | 0.273 | -429.9 |
| 2006 | CHW | AL | 91 | 288 | 35 | 82 | 10 | 3 | 5 | 41 | 10 | 10 | 35 | 0.285 | -534.0 |
| 2007 | CHW | AL | 68 | 185 | 23 | 45 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 19 | 2 | 9 | 35 | 0.243 | -712.8 |
| 2008 | BAL | AL | 61 | 133 | 12 | 38 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 15 | 0.286 | -214.1 |
| 2009 | WAS | NL | 21 | 26 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | NLDS2 | ARI | 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 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2B | 118 | 89 | 175 | 220 | 7 | 48 |
| 3B | 96 | 51 | 50 | 123 | 14 | 14 |
| SS | 385 | 331 | 469 | 973 | 43 | 195 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | ARI | SS | 7 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | ARI | 2B | 18 | 14 | 27 | 31 | 0 | 9 |
| 2002 | ARI | 3B | 9 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | ARI | SS | 8 | 5 | 7 | 18 | 1 | 5 |
| 2003 | ARI | 2B | 9 | 5 | 14 | 17 | 0 | 5 |
| 2003 | ARI | 3B | 16 | 14 | 14 | 22 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 | ARI | SS | 93 | 90 | 138 | 235 | 8 | 56 |
| 2004 | ARI | 2B | 19 | 17 | 33 | 46 | 2 | 6 |
| 2004 | ARI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | ARI | SS | 133 | 125 | 141 | 382 | 15 | 61 |
| 2005 | ARI | 2B | 23 | 15 | 31 | 39 | 1 | 12 |
| 2005 | ARI | 3B | 32 | 18 | 15 | 41 | 2 | 9 |
| 2005 | ARI | SS | 39 | 31 | 43 | 99 | 5 | 19 |
| 2006 | CHA | 2B | 26 | 23 | 43 | 59 | 1 | 9 |
| 2006 | CHA | 3B | 11 | 6 | 8 | 20 | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 | CHA | SS | 41 | 35 | 50 | 94 | 4 | 19 |
| 2007 | CHA | 2B | 14 | 14 | 22 | 24 | 3 | 6 |
| 2007 | CHA | 3B | 19 | 12 | 9 | 27 | 5 | 3 |
| 2007 | CHA | SS | 17 | 15 | 34 | 45 | 2 | 14 |
| 2008 | BAL | 1B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | BAL | 2B | 7 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | BAL | 3B | 8 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | BAL | SS | 45 | 28 | 50 | 92 | 7 | 21 |
| 2009 | WAS | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | WAS | SS | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Second Base | 118 |
| Third Base | 96 |
| Shortstop | 385 |
| Designated Hitter | 17 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | CHA | AL | $1,900,000 |
| 2006 | CHA | AL | $1,600,000 |
| 2005 | ARI | NL | $360,000 |
| 2004 | ARI | NL | $335,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,195,000 | ||