Jose Constanza
Born: 9/1/1983 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2011-07-29 | Final Game: 2014-09-26
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Jose G. Constanza
Biography
Jose Constanza, born in 1983, was a professional baseball player who made a mark in Major League Baseball from 2011 to 2014. Primarily serving as a position player, he appeared in 112 games during his career, showcasing his abilities as a reliable hitter and a base-stealer. Constanza recorded 60 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 17 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .273. His speed on the bases was evident as he successfully stole 12 bases, demonstrating his agility and strategic base-running skills.
Constanza's career unfolded during a period characterized by a significant emphasis on offense and athleticism in the game. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions as a role player were valuable to the teams he played for. His ability to get on base and create scoring opportunities underscored his importance in the lineup, especially in key moments. After his retirement in 2014, Constanza's journey in baseball remained an example of the impact that versatile players can have in both the major leagues and the sport at large.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 112 | 220 | 32 | 60 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 17 | 12 | 14 | 41 | 0.273 | 0.316 | 0.323 | 0.639 | -169.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | ATL | NL | 42 | 109 | 21 | 33 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 14 | 0.303 | 22.8 |
| 2012 | ATL | NL | 37 | 76 | 8 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 21 | 0.250 | -192.4 |
| 2013 | ATL | NL | 21 | 31 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.258 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | ATL | NL | 12 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | NLDS2 | ATL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
| 2012 | NLWC | ATL | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 71 | 54 | 121 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | ATL | OF | 33 | 29 | 67 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | ATL | OF | 25 | 20 | 41 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | ATL | OF | 10 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | ATL | OF | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 49 |
| Center Field | 11 |
| Right Field | 17 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | ATL | NL | $480,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $480,000 | ||