Chone Figgins, baseball player, 2002-2014

Chone Figgins

Born: 1/22/1978 in Leary, GA, USA

MLB Debut: 2002-08-25 | Final Game: 2014-06-13

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Desmond DeChone Figgins

Biography

Chone Figgins was a versatile position player whose career spanned from 2002 to 2014. Born in 1978, Figgins became known for his exceptional speed and agility on the base paths, as evidenced by his 341 stolen bases over the course of 1,282 games. He played with a distinctive style that combined contact hitting with an ability to create runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .276, 1,298 hits, and 403 RBIs. Figgins was particularly effective in his prime, contributing significantly to the success of the teams he played for, most notably the Los Angeles Angels, where he emerged as a key player during the franchise's competitive years in the mid-2000s. Figgins was not just a base-stealer; he was also adept at getting on base, helping to set the table for the power hitters in the lineup. His approach to the game reflected the evolving offensive strategies of the era, emphasizing speed and small ball tactics that were prevalent in Major League Baseball at the time. With a career total of 35 home runs, Figgins showcased his ability to contribute in multiple ways, making him a valuable asset. His contributions to the game extended beyond mere statistics, as he was respected for his work ethic and sportsmanship, leaving a lasting impact on both teammates and fans alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1282 4701 708 1298 188 58 35 403 341 540 832 0.276 0.349 0.363 0.712 -3209.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
35 122 13 21 5 2 0 6 6 35 0.172

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2009 ALCS LAA 6 23 2 3 0 0 0 1 3 3 0.130
2009 ALDS2 LAA 3 12 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 6 0.000
2008 ALDS1 LAA 4 21 2 7 1 1 0 1 0 6 0.333
2007 ALDS1 LAA 3 13 1 3 2 0 0 1 0 4 0.231
2005 ALCS LAA 5 17 1 2 1 0 0 1 1 3 0.118
2005 ALDS2 LAA 5 21 2 3 1 1 0 2 1 8 0.143
2004 ALDS1 ANA 3 14 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 5 0.143
2002 WS ANA 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2002 ALCS ANA 3 1 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.000
2002 ALDS1 ANA 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 279 251 431 662 29 160
3B 640 606 408 1108 69 100
OF 350 299 740 16 9 5
SS 29 17 33 47 4 10

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 279
Third Base 640
Shortstop 29
Left Field 77
Center Field 253
Right Field 28
Designated Hitter 25

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2012 SEA AL $9,500,000
2011 SEA AL $9,500,000
2010 SEA AL $8,500,000
2009 LAA AL $5,775,000
2008 LAA AL $4,750,000
2007 LAA AL $3,500,000
2006 LAA AL $2,250,000
2005 LAA AL $390,000
2004 ANA AL $320,000
Total Career Earnings $44,485,000

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2009 Most Valuable Player AL 10th 31.0 392 0
2007 Most Valuable Player AL 20th 3.0 392 0
2005 Most Valuable Player AL 17th 6.0 392 0
2004 Most Valuable Player AL 24th 2.0 392 0