Christian Colon
Born: 5/14/1989 in Cayey, P.R.
MLB Debut: 2014-07-01 | Final Game: 2020-08-12
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Christian Anthony Colon
Biography
Christian Colon was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2014 to 2020. Born in 1989, Colon was known for his versatility on the field and his ability to contribute in various roles, including as a utility infielder. Over his career, he appeared in 161 games, accumulating 94 hits and finishing with a batting average of .249. Colon demonstrated a steady presence at the plate, with 28 RBIs and 1 home run, showcasing his capability to drive in runs when needed.
Colon's career also included 6 stolen bases, reflecting his speed and base-running acumen, which were valuable assets to his teams. He played at a time when the game was becoming increasingly focused on power hitting, but his approach emphasized contact and situational hitting. After his debut, Colon made contributions primarily with the Kansas City Royals, where he was part of a roster that emphasized defensive skill and strategic play. His journey through the majors highlighted the importance of adaptability and the evolving nature of player roles in the league. Colon retired from professional baseball on August 12, 2020, leaving behind a legacy as a dependable player in a competitive era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 161 | 378 | 37 | 94 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 6 | 31 | 65 | 0.249 | 0.312 | 0.310 | 0.622 | -532.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | KCR | AL | 21 | 45 | 8 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | KCR | AL | 43 | 107 | 8 | 31 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 17 | 0.290 | -25.6 |
| 2016 | KCR | AL | 54 | 147 | 13 | 34 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 11 | 31 | 0.231 | -506.9 |
| 2017 | KCR | AL | 7 | 17 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.176 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | MIA | NL | 17 | 33 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0.152 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | CIN | NL | 8 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | CIN | NL | 11 | 23 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.130 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | WS | KCA | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
| 2014 | ALCS | KCA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2014 | ALWC | KCA | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 77 | 56 | 99 | 183 | 0 | 42 |
| 3B | 38 | 28 | 25 | 50 | 5 | 5 |
| SS | 27 | 14 | 21 | 51 | 3 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | KCA | 2B | 11 | 7 | 15 | 26 | 0 | 4 |
| 2014 | KCA | 3B | 5 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 | KCA | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | KCA | 2B | 14 | 8 | 19 | 25 | 0 | 9 |
| 2015 | KCA | 3B | 8 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 2 | 2 |
| 2015 | KCA | SS | 21 | 14 | 20 | 47 | 3 | 9 |
| 2016 | KCA | 2B | 32 | 29 | 45 | 94 | 0 | 18 |
| 2016 | KCA | 3B | 15 | 10 | 8 | 21 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | KCA | SS | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | KCA | 2B | 6 | 6 | 11 | 17 | 0 | 6 |
| 2017 | MIA | 2B | 4 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 | MIA | 3B | 10 | 8 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 | CIN | 2B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | CIN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | CIN | 2B | 7 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 77 |
| Third Base | 38 |
| Shortstop | 27 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | KCA | AL | $518,425 |
| 2015 | KCA | AL | $509,525 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,027,950 | ||