Felipe Crespo
Born: 3/5/1973 in Rio Piedras, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1996-04-28 | Final Game: 2001-09-28
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Felipe Javier Crespo
Biography
Felipe Crespo was a professional baseball player born in 1973, who played in Major League Baseball from 1996 until 2001. Primarily a position player, Crespo participated in 262 games throughout his career, showcasing his versatility on the field. He concluded his time in the major leagues with a batting average of .245, accumulating 109 hits, 10 home runs, and 68 RBIs. His speed on the bases was evident as he recorded 9 stolen bases during his tenure, highlighting a well-rounded skill set that allowed him to contribute both offensively and defensively.
Crespo's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the rise of power hitters and the beginning of an offensive explosion that characterized the late 1990s and early 2000s. While not a superstar, his contributions were significant to the teams he played for, and he remained a reliable option as a role player. As a part of the evolving game, Crespo's journey reflected the diverse talents that characterized baseball during this dynamic period.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 262 | 445 | 46 | 109 | 22 | 4 | 10 | 68 | 9 | 50 | 101 | 0.245 | 0.330 | 0.380 | 0.710 | -341.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | TOR | AL | 22 | 49 | 6 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 12 | 13 | 0.184 | -83.6 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | 12 | 28 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | TOR | AL | 66 | 130 | 11 | 34 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 4 | 15 | 27 | 0.262 | -147.7 |
| 2000 | SFG | NL | 89 | 131 | 17 | 38 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 29 | 3 | 10 | 23 | 0.290 | 27.5 |
| 2001 | PHI | NL | 33 | 41 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | SFG | NL | 40 | 66 | 8 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 7 | 26 | 0.197 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | NLDS2 | SFN | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 32 | 13 | 159 | 5 | 4 | 14 |
| 2B | 29 | 17 | 38 | 52 | 5 | 11 |
| 3B | 15 | 11 | 15 | 16 | 1 | 3 |
| OF | 73 | 38 | 89 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | TOR | 1B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | TOR | 2B | 10 | 10 | 25 | 29 | 1 | 8 |
| 1996 | TOR | 3B | 6 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 1997 | TOR | 2B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | TOR | 3B | 7 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 1998 | TOR | 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | TOR | 2B | 8 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 3 | 2 |
| 1998 | TOR | 3B | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | TOR | OF | 42 | 22 | 56 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 | SFN | 1B | 11 | 2 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 | SFN | 2B | 7 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | SFN | OF | 26 | 15 | 25 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | PHI | 1B | 2 | 2 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2001 | PHI | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | PHI | OF | 4 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | SFN | 1B | 16 | 9 | 101 | 3 | 3 | 10 |
| 2001 | SFN | 2B | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 | SFN | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 32 |
| Second Base | 29 |
| Third Base | 15 |
| Left Field | 41 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 34 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | SFN | NL | $425,000 |
| 2000 | SFN | NL | $232,000 |
| 1998 | TOR | AL | $185,000 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | $160,000 |
| 1996 | TOR | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,111,000 | ||