Freddy Garcia
Born: 8/1/1972 in La Romana, La Romana, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1995-05-02 | Final Game: 1999-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Freddy Adrian Garcia
Biography
Freddy Garcia was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2005. Born in 1972, Garcia played primarily as a position player during his career, which spanned just over a decade. He appeared in 175 games, demonstrating his ability to contribute to his teams, albeit with a batting average of .222. Over his career, he recorded 89 hits, 19 home runs, and 56 RBIs, showcasing a blend of power and potential that was evident during his time on the field.
Garcia's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the rise of offensive prowess and an emphasis on power hitting. Although he did not achieve widespread fame, his contributions were significant to the teams he played for, and he remains a part of the fabric of the game during the late 1990s. With no stolen bases recorded, Garcia's playing style leaned more towards power hitting, as evidenced by his home run total. His journey through the majors serves as a reminder of the diverse paths players take within the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 175 | 401 | 53 | 89 | 18 | 2 | 19 | 56 | 0 | 33 | 121 | 0.222 | 0.283 | 0.419 | 0.702 | -598.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | PIT | NL | 42 | 57 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 17 | 0.140 | -422.7 |
| 1997 | PIT | NL | 20 | 40 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 0.150 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | PIT | NL | 56 | 172 | 27 | 44 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 26 | 0 | 18 | 45 | 0.256 | 243.9 |
| 1999 | ATL | NL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | PIT | NL | 55 | 130 | 16 | 30 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 23 | 0 | 4 | 41 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 7 | 3 | 39 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 3B | 74 | 62 | 42 | 140 | 12 | 15 |
| OF | 35 | 33 | 56 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | PIT | 3B | 8 | 3 | 6 | 15 | 1 | 4 |
| 1995 | PIT | OF | 10 | 9 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | PIT | 1B | 2 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1997 | PIT | 3B | 10 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
| 1998 | PIT | 1B | 4 | 2 | 25 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 1998 | PIT | 3B | 47 | 46 | 28 | 102 | 7 | 9 |
| 1999 | ATL | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | PIT | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | PIT | 3B | 9 | 6 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 | PIT | OF | 24 | 23 | 43 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 7 |
| Third Base | 74 |
| Left Field | 28 |
| Right Field | 7 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | NYA | AL | $4,000,000 |
| 1999 | PIT | NL | $265,000 |
| 1998 | PIT | NL | $190,000 |
| 1995 | PIT | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,564,000 | ||