Morgan Ensberg, baseball player, 110 home runs, 2000-2008

Morgan Ensberg

Born: 8/26/1975 in Redondo Beach, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2000-09-20 | Final Game: 2008-05-25

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Morgan Paul Ensberg

Biography

Morgan Ensberg was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 2000 to 2008. Born in 1975, he made a significant impact in the game during his tenure, particularly noted for his time with the Houston Astros. Ensberg played in 731 games and recorded 579 hits, showcasing a solid batting average of .263. His power at the plate was evident with 110 home runs and 347 RBIs, making him a key offensive contributor during the early 2000s. In addition to his power-hitting capabilities, he also displayed speed on the bases, with 22 stolen bases to his credit. Ensberg's career was highlighted by his selection to the All-Star team, where he represented the Astros, underscoring his status among the game's elite players during his era. He played a vital role in the Astros' lineup, particularly noted for his ability to drive in runs and hit for power at a time when the game was experiencing a shift towards more offensive play. His contributions helped the Astros compete in a highly competitive National League, and he remains a memorable figure in the franchise's history. After a career that concluded in 2008, Ensberg left behind a legacy characterized by his blend of power and versatility on the field.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
731 2204 340 579 102 10 110 347 22 332 436 0.263 0.362 0.468 0.830 5185.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
26 98 8 22 5 0 2 18 9 16 0.224

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2005 WS HOU 4 18 2 2 0 0 1 2 1 7 0.111
2005 NLDS2 HOU 4 18 2 5 2 0 0 7 2 3 0.278
2005 NLCS HOU 6 21 1 5 1 0 0 2 2 2 0.238
2004 NLDS2 HOU 5 19 1 7 2 0 0 5 3 1 0.368
2004 NLCS HOU 7 22 2 3 0 0 1 2 1 3 0.136

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 8 4 45 1 1 2
3B 639 558 413 1119 71 119
SS 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 8
Third Base 639
Shortstop 1
Designated Hitter 2

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2005 Player of the Week Week of 2005-07-02
2005 Silver Slugger 3B
2005 TSN All-Star 3B
2003 Player of the Week Week of 2003-06-07

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2008 NYA AL $1,750,000
2007 HOU NL $4,350,000
2006 HOU NL $3,800,000
2005 HOU NL $450,000
2004 HOU NL $380,000
2003 HOU NL $300,000
2002 HOU NL $200,000
Total Career Earnings $11,230,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Southern California Los Angeles CA 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2005 Most Valuable Player NL 4th 160.0 448 0