Ray Durham
Born: 11/30/1971 in Charlotte, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-04-26 | Final Game: 2008-09-28
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 170 lbs
Biography
Ray Durham, born in 1971, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1995 to 2008. Over the course of 1,975 games, he established himself as a reliable offensive force, amassing 2,054 hits, 192 home runs, and 875 RBIs, while maintaining a respectable batting average of .277. Known for his speed on the base paths, Durham also recorded 273 stolen bases, making him a dual threat as both a hitter and a base runner.
Durham was selected as an All-Star twice during his career, reflecting his impact in the league during the late 1990s and early 2000s. He played a significant role in the evolution of the game during this era, where agility and speed became increasingly valuable traits. His ability to contribute both offensively and defensively allowed him to remain a consistent presence in the lineup for several teams, including the Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics, and the San Francisco Giants. Durham's legacy is one of versatility and resilience, as he navigated the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | 7408 | 1249 | 2054 | 440 | 79 | 192 | 875 | 273 | 820 | 1201 | 0.277 | 0.352 | 0.436 | 0.788 | 5597.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CHW | AL | 125 | 471 | 68 | 121 | 27 | 6 | 7 | 51 | 18 | 31 | 83 | 0.257 | -894.4 |
| 1996 | CHW | AL | 156 | 557 | 79 | 153 | 33 | 5 | 10 | 65 | 30 | 58 | 95 | 0.275 | -145.2 |
| 1997 | CHW | AL | 155 | 634 | 106 | 172 | 27 | 5 | 11 | 53 | 33 | 61 | 96 | 0.271 | -635.4 |
| 1998 | CHW | AL | 158 | 635 | 126 | 181 | 35 | 8 | 19 | 67 | 36 | 73 | 105 | 0.285 | 1197.6 |
| 1999 | CHW | AL | 153 | 612 | 109 | 181 | 30 | 8 | 13 | 60 | 34 | 73 | 105 | 0.296 | 643.2 |
| 2000 | CHW | AL | 151 | 614 | 121 | 172 | 35 | 9 | 17 | 75 | 25 | 75 | 105 | 0.280 | 485.3 |
| 2001 | CHW | AL | 152 | 611 | 104 | 163 | 42 | 10 | 20 | 65 | 23 | 64 | 110 | 0.267 | 647.3 |
| 2002 | CHW | AL | 96 | 345 | 71 | 103 | 20 | 2 | 9 | 48 | 20 | 49 | 59 | 0.299 | 934.6 |
| 2002 | OAK | AL | 54 | 219 | 43 | 60 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 22 | 6 | 24 | 34 | 0.274 | 934.6 |
| 2003 | SFG | NL | 110 | 410 | 61 | 117 | 30 | 5 | 8 | 33 | 7 | 50 | 82 | 0.285 | 628.9 |
| 2004 | SFG | NL | 120 | 471 | 95 | 133 | 28 | 8 | 17 | 65 | 10 | 57 | 60 | 0.282 | 1090.2 |
| 2005 | SFG | NL | 142 | 497 | 67 | 144 | 33 | 0 | 12 | 62 | 6 | 48 | 59 | 0.290 | 541.4 |
| 2006 | SFG | NL | 137 | 498 | 79 | 146 | 30 | 7 | 26 | 93 | 7 | 51 | 61 | 0.293 | 1694.1 |
| 2007 | SFG | NL | 138 | 464 | 56 | 101 | 21 | 2 | 11 | 71 | 10 | 53 | 75 | 0.218 | -1602.7 |
| 2008 | MIL | NL | 41 | 107 | 21 | 30 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 2 | 15 | 23 | 0.280 | 256.1 |
| 2008 | SFG | NL | 87 | 263 | 43 | 77 | 23 | 0 | 3 | 32 | 6 | 38 | 49 | 0.293 | 256.1 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 56 | 13 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 14 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | NLDS2 | MIL | 3 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.125 |
| 2003 | NLDS1 | SFN | 4 | 17 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.235 |
| 2002 | ALDS2 | OAK | 5 | 21 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0.333 |
| 2000 | ALDS2 | CHA | 3 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1843 | 1800 | 3506 | 4926 | 181 | 1189 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CHA | 2B | 122 | 118 | 245 | 299 | 15 | 67 |
| 1996 | CHA | 2B | 150 | 145 | 236 | 423 | 11 | 87 |
| 1997 | CHA | 2B | 153 | 153 | 270 | 395 | 18 | 77 |
| 1998 | CHA | 2B | 158 | 156 | 282 | 438 | 18 | 128 |
| 1999 | CHA | 2B | 148 | 147 | 305 | 412 | 19 | 100 |
| 2000 | CHA | 2B | 151 | 149 | 299 | 419 | 15 | 126 |
| 2001 | CHA | 2B | 150 | 148 | 280 | 446 | 10 | 88 |
| 2002 | CHA | 2B | 92 | 92 | 188 | 261 | 15 | 61 |
| 2002 | OAK | 2B | 11 | 11 | 21 | 37 | 2 | 12 |
| 2003 | SFN | 2B | 105 | 101 | 185 | 309 | 5 | 66 |
| 2004 | SFN | 2B | 118 | 115 | 242 | 315 | 16 | 74 |
| 2005 | SFN | 2B | 133 | 131 | 249 | 341 | 11 | 82 |
| 2005 | SFN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | SFN | 2B | 133 | 132 | 272 | 341 | 11 | 82 |
| 2007 | SFN | 2B | 124 | 117 | 244 | 300 | 12 | 86 |
| 2008 | MIL | 2B | 25 | 24 | 58 | 61 | 0 | 15 |
| 2008 | SFN | 2B | 70 | 61 | 130 | 129 | 3 | 38 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1843 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 54 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Player of the Week | Week of 2001-05-26 |
| 1998 | Player of the Week | Week of 1998-08-15 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SFN | NL | $7,500,000 |
| 2007 | SFN | NL | $7,000,000 |
| 2006 | SFN | NL | $7,000,000 |
| 2005 | SFN | NL | $7,200,000 |
| 2004 | SFN | NL | $7,200,000 |
| 2003 | SFN | NL | $5,200,000 |
| 2002 | CHA | AL | $6,300,000 |
| 2001 | CHA | AL | $9,000,000 |
| 2000 | CHA | AL | $4,900,000 |
| 1999 | CHA | AL | $3,400,000 |
| 1998 | CHA | AL | $1,935,000 |
| 1997 | CHA | AL | $310,000 |
| 1996 | CHA | AL | $150,000 |
| 1995 | CHA | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $67,204,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 6th | 3.0 | 140 | 0 |