Cesar Crespo
Born: 5/23/1979 in Rio Piedras, P.R.
MLB Debut: 2001-05-29 | Final Game: 2004-07-01
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Cesar Antonio Crespo
Biography
Cesar Crespo was a professional baseball player born in 1979, who played in Major League Baseball from 2001 to 2004. He primarily served as a position player and became known for his versatility on the field. Over the course of his career, Crespo appeared in 132 games, where he recorded 50 hits, including 4 home runs, and drove in 14 runs, finishing with a batting average of .192. His speed on the bases was notable; he successfully stole 11 bases during his time in the majors, showcasing his ability to contribute to his team's offensive strategy.
Crespo's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the growing influence of analytics and an emphasis on power hitting. Despite struggling to achieve a higher batting average, he demonstrated resilience and a willingness to adapt to the evolving landscape of the game. While his career may not have reached the heights of some contemporaries, Crespo's contributions as a utility player were valuable, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of Major League Baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 132 | 261 | 38 | 50 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 14 | 11 | 28 | 76 | 0.192 | 0.270 | 0.284 | 0.553 | -1089.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | SDP | NL | 55 | 153 | 27 | 32 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 6 | 25 | 50 | 0.209 | -354.5 |
| 2002 | SDP | NL | 25 | 29 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0.172 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | BOS | AL | 52 | 79 | 6 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 20 | 0.165 | -735.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 49 | 31 | 75 | 88 | 4 | 15 |
| 3B | 6 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| OF | 44 | 17 | 44 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 29 | 7 | 21 | 31 | 3 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | SDN | 2B | 34 | 25 | 62 | 67 | 4 | 12 |
| 2001 | SDN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | SDN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | SDN | OF | 18 | 14 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | SDN | 2B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | SDN | 3B | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 | SDN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | SDN | OF | 7 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | BOS | 2B | 11 | 6 | 12 | 19 | 0 | 3 |
| 2004 | BOS | SS | 27 | 7 | 20 | 30 | 3 | 8 |
| 2004 | BOS | OF | 19 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 49 |
| Third Base | 6 |
| Shortstop | 29 |
| Left Field | 22 |
| Center Field | 19 |
| Right Field | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | BOS | AL | $309,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $309,000 | ||