Chris Colabello
Born: 10/24/1983 in Framingham, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-05-22 | Final Game: 2016-04-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Christopher Adrian Colabello
Biography
Chris Colabello, born in 1983, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2013 to 2016. He primarily played as a position player and appeared in 225 games during his career. Colabello was known for his powerful hitting, accumulating 187 hits, including 28 home runs, and driving in 111 runs. His batting average stood at .257, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively to his teams.
Colabello's journey to the big leagues was notable; he spent several years in the minor leagues and independent baseball before breaking through with the Minnesota Twins. He became a symbol of perseverance in the sport, demonstrating that dedication could lead to success at the highest level. His career, though relatively brief, highlighted the competitive nature of the game during the post-steroid era, where emphasis on athleticism and skill became increasingly significant. After his time in MLB, he left a legacy as a determined player who embraced the challenges of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 225 | 727 | 86 | 187 | 35 | 1 | 28 | 111 | 2 | 58 | 229 | 0.257 | 0.317 | 0.424 | 0.740 | 901.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIN | AL | 55 | 160 | 14 | 31 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 17 | 0 | 20 | 58 | 0.194 | -290.7 |
| 2014 | MIN | AL | 59 | 205 | 17 | 47 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 39 | 0 | 14 | 66 | 0.229 | -214.1 |
| 2015 | TOR | AL | 101 | 333 | 55 | 107 | 19 | 1 | 15 | 54 | 2 | 22 | 96 | 0.321 | 1406.7 |
| 2016 | TOR | AL | 10 | 29 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.069 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 39 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 0.282 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | ALDS2 | TOR | 4 | 16 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0.375 |
| 2015 | ALCS | TOR | 6 | 23 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.217 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 91 | 82 | 690 | 48 | 5 | 67 |
| OF | 77 | 72 | 106 | 3 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIN | 1B | 26 | 23 | 206 | 16 | 2 | 19 |
| 2013 | MIN | OF | 11 | 9 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | MIN | 1B | 23 | 22 | 162 | 18 | 2 | 18 |
| 2014 | MIN | OF | 19 | 17 | 22 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 | TOR | 1B | 34 | 29 | 248 | 11 | 1 | 24 |
| 2015 | TOR | OF | 46 | 46 | 70 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 | TOR | 1B | 8 | 8 | 74 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| 2016 | TOR | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 91 |
| Left Field | 34 |
| Right Field | 43 |
| Designated Hitter | 37 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Player of the Week | Week of 2014-04-06 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | TOR | AL | $521,300 |
| 2014 | MIN | AL | $505,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,026,300 | ||