Esteban German, baseball player, 2002-2011

Esteban German

Born: 1/26/1978 in Bajos de Haina, San Cristóbal, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2002-05-21 | Final Game: 2011-09-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 195 lbs

Biography

Esteban German was a versatile position player in Major League Baseball who made significant contributions during his career from 2002 to 2011. Born in 1978, German played in a total of 409 games, showcasing his ability to adapt and perform in various roles on the field. He recorded 284 hits with a batting average of .280, which highlighted his consistent offensive capabilities. Over his career, he hit 8 home runs and drove in 111 runs, demonstrating a balanced approach at the plate that combined both power and contact hitting. Known for his speed and base-running acumen, German stole 34 bases, which added an exciting dynamic to his playing style. His career unfolded during a time when the game was increasingly focused on power hitting, yet he found a way to contribute effectively to his teams through a combination of speed, hitting for average, and versatility in the infield. German played for several teams throughout his career, leaving a mark as a reliable player who could step up when needed, particularly in clutch situations. His journey through the majors exemplified the grit and determination required to succeed in a competitive era of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
409 1016 159 284 54 15 8 111 34 117 187 0.280 0.359 0.386 0.745 -58.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2011 WS TEX 3 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 1 8 1 0 2
2B 152 102 208 303 10 79
3B 106 76 40 133 15 16
OF 74 48 96 3 5 1
SS 9 4 2 5 2 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 2
Second Base 152
Third Base 106
Shortstop 9
Left Field 63
Center Field 11
Designated Hitter 45

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2008 KCA AL $1,000,000
2007 KCA AL $423,000
2006 KCA AL $333,000
2004 OAK AL $301,000
Total Career Earnings $2,057,000