Edgard Clemente, baseball player, 1998-2000

Edgard Clemente

Born: 12/15/1975 in Santurce, P.R.

MLB Debut: 1998-09-10 | Final Game: 2000-07-31

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 188 lbs

Full name: Edgard Alexis Velazquez Clemente

Biography

Edgard Clemente was a professional baseball player born in 1975, whose career spanned from 1998 to 2009, primarily as a position player. He played a total of 114 games in Major League Baseball, showcasing a blend of skill and determination during his time on the field. Over the course of his career, Clemente recorded 64 hits, contributing 8 home runs and driving in 32 runs, which resulted in a career batting average of .249. Although he did not steal any bases, his offensive contributions were notable during his playing years. Clemente's career unfolded during an era marked by significant changes in the game, including the rise of power hitting and the increasing importance of offensive production. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his presence in the major leagues added depth to the teams he played for. His dedication to the sport and his ability to perform consistently in various game situations earned him respect among peers and fans alike. Clemente's journey through professional baseball serves as a testament to the opportunities and challenges faced by players in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
114 257 30 64 12 3 8 32 0 9 81 0.249 0.276 0.412 0.689 -690.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 88 58 143 4 4 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 17
Center Field 51
Right Field 22
Designated Hitter 11

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2000 ANA AL $215,000
1999 COL NL $202,000
Total Career Earnings $417,000