Adam Everett, baseball player, 2001-2011

Adam Everett

Born: 2/5/1977 in Austell, GA, USA

MLB Debut: 2001-08-30 | Final Game: 2011-06-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Jeffrey Adam Everett

Biography

Adam Everett was a professional baseball player who had a notable career as a shortstop in Major League Baseball from 2001 to 2011. Born in 1977, Everett made his debut with the Houston Astros and quickly became known for his exceptional defensive capabilities, earning a reputation as one of the premier fielders of his era. Over his career, he played in 880 games, achieving 668 hits and 40 home runs, alongside 283 RBIs. His contributions on the field were not limited to his bat; he also recorded 67 stolen bases, illustrating his speed and agility as a position player. Throughout his time in the league, Everett was a significant part of the Astros' success during the early 2000s, including their run to the World Series in 2005. His .242 batting average reflected a player who excelled defensively while providing key contributions on offense. As a member of the league during a period marked by offensive prowess, Everett's defensive skills often stood out, earning him respect among peers and fans alike. After concluding his career in 2011, Everett left behind a legacy characterized by his commitment to the game and his impact on the field.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
880 2758 334 668 135 15 40 283 67 174 455 0.242 0.294 0.346 0.640 -8488.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
19 53 5 11 1 1 0 3 2 9 0.208

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2005 NLDS2 HOU 4 14 1 3 0 0 0 1 1 1 0.214
2005 NLCS HOU 6 23 2 7 1 1 0 2 0 4 0.304
2005 WS HOU 4 15 2 1 0 0 0 0 1 4 0.067
2004 NLDS2 HOU 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2004 NLCS HOU 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 9 5 8 17 3 5
3B 16 12 2 28 1 4
SS 827 773 1161 2316 85 512

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 9
Third Base 16
Shortstop 827
Designated Hitter 9

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2011 CLE AL $700,000
2010 DET AL $1,550,000
2009 DET AL $1,000,000
2008 MIN AL $2,800,000
2007 HOU NL $2,800,000
2006 HOU NL $1,900,000
2005 HOU NL $445,000
2004 HOU NL $370,000
2002 HOU NL $366,750
Total Career Earnings $11,931,750

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of South Carolina Columbia SC 1997, 1998