Joe Crede, baseball player, 140 home runs, 2000-2009

Joe Crede

Born: 4/26/1978 in Jefferson City, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 2000-09-12 | Final Game: 2009-09-13

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Joseph Taylor Crede

Biography

Joe Crede, born in 1978, was a professional baseball player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 2000 to 2009. Primarily known as a third baseman, Crede played a total of 888 games throughout his career, amassing 787 hits, 140 home runs, and 470 RBIs. With a batting average of .254, he demonstrated power and consistency at the plate, becoming a key player for his teams. Crede was recognized for his talents, earning an All-Star selection during his career, which highlighted his status as one of the notable players of his era. Crede's playing style was characterized by his strong defensive skills and clutch hitting, which made him a reliable presence in the lineup. He contributed significantly to the Chicago White Sox's success, including their memorable 2005 World Series championship season, where his performance was vital in securing the title. Known for his work ethic and determination, Crede's legacy is marked not only by his statistics but also by his contributions to the teams he played for, leaving a lasting impression in the world of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
888 3101 392 787 159 5 140 470 4 199 459 0.254 0.304 0.444 0.748 -1396.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
12 45 6 13 3 0 4 11 2 6 0.289

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2005 WS CHA 4 17 2 5 1 0 2 3 1 2 0.294
2005 ALCS CHA 5 19 2 7 2 0 2 7 0 3 0.368
2005 ALDS1 CHA 3 9 2 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 0.111

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 875 851 615 1678 83 188
SS 1 1 1 3 0 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 875
Shortstop 1
Designated Hitter 7

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2008 Player of the Week Week of 2008-06-07
2006 Player of the Week Week of 2006-06-24
2006 Silver Slugger 3B
2006 TSN All-Star 3B
2002 Player of the Week Week of 2002-08-31

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2009 MIN AL $2,500,000
2008 CHA AL $5,100,000
2007 CHA AL $4,940,000
2006 CHA AL $2,675,000
2005 CHA AL $400,000
2004 CHA AL $340,000
2003 CHA AL $315,000
Total Career Earnings $16,270,000