Leury Garcia
Born: 3/18/1991 in Santiago, Santiago, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2013-04-06 | Final Game: 2022-09-20
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 190 lbs
Biography
Leury Garcia, born in 1991, was a versatile position player who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2022. Over the course of his career, he played in 703 games, establishing himself as a reliable presence both on offense and defense. Garcia recorded 560 hits, including 34 home runs, and drove in 201 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute in clutch situations. With a batting average of .253, he displayed a consistent approach at the plate, while also demonstrating speed on the bases with 64 stolen bases.
Garcia was known for his adaptability, playing multiple positions throughout his career, which made him a valuable asset to his teams. His tenure coincided with an era of increased focus on player versatility and analytics, where teams sought players capable of filling various roles. Garcia's blend of speed, defensive skill, and offensive capability allowed him to leave a notable mark in the game, and his contributions were especially appreciated by fans and teammates alike. His career concluded on September 20, 2022, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and dedication in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 703 | 2217 | 290 | 560 | 85 | 15 | 34 | 201 | 64 | 109 | 550 | 0.253 | 0.293 | 0.350 | 0.644 | -5176.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | CHW | AL | 20 | 49 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 18 | 0.204 | -256.8 |
| 2013 | TEX | AL | 25 | 52 | 8 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 16 | 0.192 | -256.8 |
| 2014 | CHW | AL | 74 | 145 | 13 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 11 | 5 | 48 | 0.166 | -1106.7 |
| 2015 | CHW | AL | 18 | 14 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | CHW | AL | 18 | 48 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 0.229 | -143.2 |
| 2017 | CHW | AL | 87 | 300 | 41 | 81 | 15 | 2 | 9 | 33 | 8 | 13 | 69 | 0.270 | -114.5 |
| 2018 | CHW | AL | 82 | 258 | 23 | 70 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 12 | 9 | 69 | 0.271 | -351.6 |
| 2019 | CHW | AL | 140 | 577 | 93 | 161 | 27 | 3 | 8 | 40 | 15 | 21 | 139 | 0.279 | -1131.9 |
| 2020 | CHW | AL | 16 | 59 | 6 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.271 | 22.4 |
| 2021 | CHW | AL | 126 | 415 | 60 | 111 | 22 | 4 | 5 | 54 | 6 | 41 | 97 | 0.267 | -151.4 |
| 2022 | CHW | AL | 97 | 300 | 38 | 63 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 2 | 7 | 65 | 0.210 | -1648.1 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 9.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CHW | AL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 18.00 | - |
| 2015 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | - |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 21 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 10 | 0.143 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ALDS1 | CHA | 4 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 0.200 |
| 2020 | ALWC4 | CHA | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 137 | 117 | 192 | 294 | 11 | 69 |
| 3B | 40 | 29 | 26 | 51 | 3 | 3 |
| OF | 405 | 341 | 694 | 31 | 19 | 2 |
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 93 | 67 | 77 | 190 | 11 | 44 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | CHA | 2B | 9 | 6 | 14 | 23 | 1 | 7 |
| 2013 | CHA | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | CHA | SS | 3 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 | CHA | OF | 6 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | TEX | 2B | 12 | 9 | 16 | 33 | 1 | 7 |
| 2013 | TEX | 3B | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | TEX | SS | 4 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | CHA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | CHA | 2B | 14 | 11 | 18 | 32 | 3 | 14 |
| 2014 | CHA | 3B | 15 | 11 | 10 | 25 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 | CHA | SS | 9 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 2014 | CHA | OF | 19 | 7 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | CHA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | CHA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | CHA | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | CHA | OF | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | CHA | OF | 16 | 14 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | CHA | 2B | 3 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | CHA | SS | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | CHA | OF | 79 | 74 | 172 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 | CHA | 2B | 7 | 4 | 15 | 15 | 0 | 3 |
| 2018 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | CHA | SS | 5 | 3 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
| 2018 | CHA | OF | 68 | 55 | 117 | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| 2019 | CHA | 2B | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | CHA | SS | 19 | 16 | 21 | 46 | 4 | 14 |
| 2019 | CHA | OF | 120 | 115 | 196 | 14 | 7 | 0 |
| 2020 | CHA | 2B | 5 | 5 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
| 2020 | CHA | SS | 10 | 9 | 11 | 27 | 0 | 6 |
| 2020 | CHA | OF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | CHA | 2B | 36 | 33 | 44 | 59 | 3 | 13 |
| 2021 | CHA | 3B | 11 | 8 | 6 | 14 | 1 | 2 |
| 2021 | CHA | SS | 19 | 17 | 18 | 39 | 0 | 8 |
| 2021 | CHA | OF | 65 | 58 | 106 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | CHA | 2B | 47 | 45 | 72 | 105 | 3 | 21 |
| 2022 | CHA | 3B | 6 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | CHA | SS | 19 | 13 | 18 | 37 | 4 | 10 |
| 2022 | CHA | OF | 23 | 12 | 40 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
| Second Base | 137 |
| Third Base | 40 |
| Shortstop | 93 |
| Left Field | 127 |
| Center Field | 227 |
| Right Field | 122 |
| Designated Hitter | 16 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CHA | AL | $505,500 |
| 2013 | TEX | AL | $490,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $995,500 | ||