Ray Durham, baseball player, 192 home runs, 1995-2008

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

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

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