Bobby Estalella
Born: 8/23/1974 in Hialeah, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-09-17 | Final Game: 2004-06-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Robert M. Estalella
Biography
Bobby Estalella was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1996 to 2004. Born in 1974, Estalella made his debut during a period characterized by an offensive explosion in the game, with many players achieving unprecedented power numbers. Over his career, he appeared in 310 games and recorded 195 hits, finishing with a batting average of .216. Known for his ability to hit for power, Estalella belted 48 home runs and drove in 147 runs, showcasing his potential as a key contributor to his teams' offenses.
Estalella's playing style reflected the trends of the late 1990s and early 2000s, an era marked by an emphasis on home runs and slugging prowess. While he may not have achieved the lofty averages of some contemporaries, his contributions were notable, particularly in clutch situations where he delivered crucial hits. Additionally, he showcased speed on the base paths, recording 6 stolen bases throughout his career. Estalella's journey through the majors allowed him to be part of a dynamic era in baseball, leaving behind a legacy as a player who embraced the power-hitting philosophy of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 310 | 904 | 126 | 195 | 49 | 5 | 48 | 147 | 6 | 130 | 290 | 0.216 | 0.315 | 0.440 | 0.755 | -623.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PHI | NL | 7 | 17 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0.353 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | PHI | NL | 13 | 29 | 9 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 0.345 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | PHI | NL | 47 | 165 | 16 | 31 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 20 | 0 | 13 | 49 | 0.188 | -574.3 |
| 1999 | PHI | NL | 9 | 18 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | SFG | NL | 106 | 299 | 45 | 70 | 22 | 3 | 14 | 53 | 3 | 57 | 92 | 0.234 | 372.2 |
| 2001 | NYY | AL | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | SFG | NL | 29 | 93 | 11 | 19 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 11 | 28 | 0.204 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | COL | NL | 38 | 112 | 17 | 23 | 8 | 0 | 8 | 25 | 0 | 14 | 33 | 0.205 | -2.8 |
| 2003 | COL | NL | 46 | 140 | 17 | 28 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 21 | 2 | 19 | 55 | 0.200 | -229.6 |
| 2004 | AZ | NL | 7 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | TOR | AL | 5 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.083 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | NLDS2 | SFN | 4 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.083 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 299 | 259 | 1775 | 113 | 15 | 23 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PHI | C | 4 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | PHI | C | 11 | 8 | 49 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | PHI | C | 47 | 44 | 321 | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| 1999 | PHI | C | 7 | 4 | 38 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | SFN | C | 106 | 89 | 654 | 49 | 5 | 14 |
| 2001 | NYA | C | 3 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | SFN | C | 28 | 28 | 185 | 14 | 0 | 5 |
| 2002 | COL | C | 38 | 32 | 203 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 2003 | COL | C | 46 | 43 | 248 | 19 | 4 | 2 |
| 2004 | ARI | C | 6 | 3 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | TOR | C | 3 | 3 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 299 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | ARI | NL | $550,000 |
| 2003 | COL | NL | $500,000 |
| 2001 | SFN | NL | $310,000 |
| 2000 | SFN | NL | $210,000 |
| 1999 | PHI | NL | $210,000 |
| 1998 | PHI | NL | $170,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,950,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Dade College - Kendall Campus | Miami | FL | 1993 |