Aaron Cunningham
Born: 4/24/1986 in Anchorage, AK, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-08-31 | Final Game: 2012-07-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Aaron Roe Ward Cunningham
Biography
Aaron Cunningham was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 2008 until his retirement in 2012. Born in 1986, Cunningham made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was seeing a shift towards more power-hitting players and advanced analytics. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 222 games, showcasing his versatility and determination on the field.
Cunningham finished his career with a batting average of .219, accumulating 99 hits, 7 home runs, and 51 RBIs. He also demonstrated a modest ability to steal bases, successfully swiping 4 bags. While his offensive numbers may not have placed him among the elite hitters of his era, Cunningham’s contributions as a reliable team player were valued throughout his time in the league. Despite the challenges of competing in a highly competitive environment, Cunningham's perseverance and dedication to the game left an indelible mark on those he played alongside.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 222 | 452 | 47 | 99 | 31 | 3 | 7 | 51 | 4 | 34 | 110 | 0.219 | 0.280 | 0.347 | 0.628 | -1209.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | OAK | AL | 22 | 80 | 7 | 20 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 24 | 0.250 | -83.2 |
| 2009 | OAK | AL | 23 | 53 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 0.151 | -361.1 |
| 2010 | SDP | NL | 53 | 132 | 17 | 38 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 28 | 0.288 | 23.2 |
| 2011 | SDP | NL | 52 | 90 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 0.178 | -237.9 |
| 2012 | CLE | AL | 72 | 97 | 5 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 9 | 25 | 0.175 | -550.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 178 | 105 | 226 | 6 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | OAK | OF | 20 | 20 | 47 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2009 | OAK | OF | 23 | 14 | 22 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2010 | SDN | OF | 39 | 30 | 57 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | SDN | OF | 26 | 20 | 35 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | CLE | OF | 70 | 21 | 65 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 115 |
| Center Field | 13 |
| Right Field | 66 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | CLE | AL | $482,300 |
| Total Career Earnings | $482,300 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everett Community College | Everett | WA | 2005 |