Craig Gentry
Born: 11/29/1983 in Fort Smith, AR, USA
MLB Debut: 2009-09-06 | Final Game: 2018-08-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Craig Alan Gentry
Biography
Craig Gentry, born in 1983, was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2009 to 2018. Over the course of his career, Gentry participated in 602 games, showcasing his speed and defensive prowess. He accumulated 325 hits with a batting average of .262, highlighting his ability to contribute effectively at the plate. Known for his exceptional base-running skills, Gentry swiped 94 bases, making him a valuable asset in any lineup.
Gentry primarily played during an era when teams increasingly valued speed and defensive capabilities, often utilizing him as a late-inning replacement or pinch runner. His career totals also included 7 home runs and 104 RBIs, reflecting his role as a solid contributor rather than a power hitter. Gentry's career was characterized by his agility on the field and his strategic approach to the game, solidifying his reputation as a reliable player during his time in the majors.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 602 | 1242 | 180 | 325 | 47 | 14 | 7 | 104 | 94 | 102 | 250 | 0.262 | 0.333 | 0.339 | 0.672 | -419.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | TEX | AL | 11 | 17 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.118 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | TEX | AL | 20 | 33 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0.212 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | TEX | AL | 64 | 133 | 26 | 36 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 18 | 10 | 27 | 0.271 | -35.4 |
| 2012 | TEX | AL | 122 | 240 | 31 | 73 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 26 | 13 | 14 | 41 | 0.304 | 317.4 |
| 2013 | TEX | AL | 106 | 246 | 39 | 69 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 22 | 24 | 29 | 46 | 0.280 | 430.0 |
| 2014 | OAK | AL | 94 | 232 | 38 | 59 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 20 | 17 | 44 | 0.254 | -459.0 |
| 2015 | OAK | AL | 26 | 50 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 15 | 0.120 | -393.4 |
| 2016 | LAA | AL | 14 | 34 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.147 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | BAL | AL | 77 | 101 | 17 | 26 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 5 | 11 | 24 | 0.257 | -67.4 |
| 2018 | BAL | AL | 68 | 156 | 13 | 42 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 31 | 0.269 | -211.4 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 18.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 18.00 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 17 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.294 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | ALWC | TEX | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2011 | WS | TEX | 6 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.200 |
| 2011 | ALCS | TEX | 3 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.400 |
| 2011 | ALDS2 | TEX | 4 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.400 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 557 | 335 | 886 | 31 | 13 | 8 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | TEX | OF | 9 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 | TEX | OF | 15 | 9 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | TEX | OF | 60 | 38 | 109 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 | TEX | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | TEX | OF | 116 | 66 | 190 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | TEX | OF | 102 | 69 | 183 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 | OAK | OF | 87 | 58 | 153 | 8 | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 | OAK | OF | 25 | 16 | 35 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2016 | LAA | OF | 13 | 10 | 28 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | BAL | OF | 68 | 25 | 68 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 2018 | BAL | OF | 62 | 40 | 93 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Left Field | 145 |
| Center Field | 337 |
| Right Field | 106 |
| Designated Hitter | 10 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | LAA | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 2015 | OAK | AL | $1,600,000 |
| 2014 | OAK | AL | $1,145,000 |
| 2013 | TEX | AL | $501,000 |
| 2012 | TEX | AL | $484,300 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,730,300 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas | Fayetteville | AR | 2005, 2006 |