Erubiel Durazo
Born: 1/23/1974 in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico
MLB Debut: 1999-07-26 | Final Game: 2005-05-24
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 240 lbs
Biography
Erubiel Durazo, born in 1974, was a professional baseball player who made an impact in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1999 to 2005. Primarily serving as a position player, Durazo played in a total of 624 games throughout his career. He showcased his offensive capabilities with a batting average of .281, accumulating 547 hits and 94 home runs, while driving in 330 runs. His ability to contribute at the plate was evident, and he also demonstrated speed on the base paths with 7 stolen bases.
Durazo's playing career unfolded during a time when the game was witnessing a surge in offensive production, known as the "steroid era." Despite the challenges of competing in a league increasingly dominated by power hitters, Durazo carved out a niche with his well-rounded skill set and consistency. His contributions to the teams he played for, including the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Oakland Athletics, highlighted his importance as a reliable hitter capable of making significant contributions in key situations. Durazo remains a notable figure in baseball history, remembered for his solid performance and the role he played in the evolving landscape of the sport during his tenure.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 624 | 1948 | 333 | 547 | 108 | 6 | 94 | 330 | 7 | 307 | 428 | 0.281 | 0.381 | 0.487 | 0.868 | 6187.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | AZ | NL | 52 | 155 | 31 | 51 | 4 | 2 | 11 | 30 | 1 | 26 | 43 | 0.329 | 920.8 |
| 2000 | AZ | NL | 67 | 196 | 35 | 52 | 11 | 0 | 8 | 33 | 1 | 34 | 43 | 0.265 | 234.5 |
| 2001 | AZ | NL | 92 | 175 | 34 | 47 | 11 | 0 | 12 | 38 | 0 | 28 | 49 | 0.269 | 707.8 |
| 2002 | AZ | NL | 76 | 222 | 46 | 58 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 48 | 0 | 49 | 60 | 0.261 | 1202.5 |
| 2003 | OAK | AL | 154 | 537 | 92 | 139 | 29 | 0 | 21 | 77 | 1 | 100 | 105 | 0.259 | 1042.0 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | 142 | 511 | 80 | 164 | 35 | 1 | 22 | 88 | 3 | 56 | 104 | 0.321 | 2340.2 |
| 2005 | OAK | AL | 41 | 152 | 15 | 36 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 14 | 24 | 0.237 | -260.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 47 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 0.234 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | ALDS2 | OAK | 5 | 21 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0.238 |
| 2002 | NLDS2 | ARI | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2001 | NLDS2 | ARI | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2001 | NLCS | ARI | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 |
| 2001 | WS | ARI | 4 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0.364 |
| 1999 | NLDS2 | ARI | 2 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.143 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 236 | 213 | 1723 | 96 | 22 | 142 |
| OF | 4 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | ARI | 1B | 44 | 41 | 324 | 20 | 0 | 25 |
| 2000 | ARI | 1B | 60 | 56 | 422 | 23 | 5 | 36 |
| 2001 | ARI | 1B | 38 | 26 | 248 | 17 | 2 | 22 |
| 2001 | ARI | OF | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | ARI | 1B | 56 | 53 | 409 | 26 | 7 | 29 |
| 2002 | ARI | OF | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | OAK | 1B | 33 | 33 | 298 | 9 | 6 | 26 |
| 2004 | OAK | 1B | 4 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 2005 | OAK | 1B | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 236 |
| Right Field | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 305 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Player of the Week | Week of 2004-06-12 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | OAK | AL | $4,700,000 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | $2,100,000 |
| 2003 | OAK | AL | $1,065,000 |
| 2002 | ARI | NL | $375,000 |
| 2001 | ARI | NL | $260,000 |
| 2000 | ARI | NL | $260,000 |
| 1999 | ARI | NL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $8,960,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pima Community College | Tucson | AZ | 1995 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 23th | 3.0 | 392 | 0 |