Wilson Delgado
Born: 7/15/1972 in San Cristobal, San Cristóbal, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1996-09-24 | Final Game: 2004-10-03
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 145 lbs
Biography
Wilson Delgado was a professional baseball player born in 1972, whose career spanned from 1996 to 2004. Primarily a position player, Delgado made his mark in Major League Baseball during a period characterized by offensive explosion and the emergence of power hitters. Over the course of his career, he played in 253 games, accumulating 136 hits and 43 RBIs. His batting average stood at .251, and he contributed five home runs and five stolen bases, showcasing a blend of contact hitting and speed on the base paths.
Delgado's playing style reflected the versatility common among players of his era, as he adapted to various roles within the lineup. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions were valuable to the teams he played for, and he served as a reliable option off the bench. Following his retirement from professional play on October 3, 2004, Delgado left behind a legacy as a determined competitor in the ever-evolving landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 253 | 542 | 59 | 136 | 15 | 2 | 5 | 43 | 5 | 47 | 108 | 0.251 | 0.314 | 0.314 | 0.627 | -1347.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SFG | NL | 6 | 22 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0.364 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | SFG | NL | 8 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | SFG | NL | 10 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | SFG | NL | 35 | 71 | 7 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 0.254 | -250.4 |
| 2000 | KCR | AL | 33 | 83 | 15 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 17 | 0.265 | -359.8 |
| 2000 | NYY | AL | 31 | 45 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 0.244 | -359.8 |
| 2001 | KCR | AL | 14 | 25 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0.120 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | STL | NL | 12 | 20 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | LAA | AL | 19 | 50 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 0.320 | 26.9 |
| 2003 | STL | NL | 43 | 77 | 8 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0.169 | 26.9 |
| 2004 | NYN | NL | 42 | 130 | 11 | 38 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 29 | 0.292 | 6.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 66 | 35 | 80 | 131 | 3 | 25 |
| 3B | 31 | 10 | 6 | 26 | 3 | 2 |
| SS | 129 | 79 | 138 | 268 | 16 | 63 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SFN | SS | 6 | 6 | 12 | 12 | 1 | 3 |
| 1997 | SFN | 2B | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | SFN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | SFN | SS | 6 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 1999 | SFN | 2B | 15 | 4 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 1999 | SFN | SS | 20 | 9 | 22 | 33 | 4 | 10 |
| 2000 | KCA | 2B | 19 | 15 | 28 | 70 | 0 | 15 |
| 2000 | KCA | 3B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | KCA | SS | 12 | 6 | 10 | 25 | 1 | 8 |
| 2000 | NYA | 2B | 14 | 7 | 16 | 22 | 2 | 3 |
| 2000 | NYA | 3B | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | NYA | SS | 11 | 3 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
| 2001 | KCA | 2B | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | KCA | 3B | 3 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | KCA | SS | 6 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
| 2002 | SLN | SS | 8 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | ANA | 2B | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | ANA | 3B | 9 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 2 | 2 |
| 2003 | ANA | SS | 9 | 8 | 20 | 18 | 1 | 6 |
| 2003 | SLN | 2B | 12 | 6 | 12 | 20 | 0 | 3 |
| 2003 | SLN | 3B | 11 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | SLN | SS | 11 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 | NYN | SS | 39 | 37 | 49 | 128 | 8 | 28 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 66 |
| Third Base | 31 |
| Shortstop | 129 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | SLN | NL | $305,000 |
| 2000 | NYA | AL | $213,000 |
| 1997 | SFN | NL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $668,000 | ||