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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | OAK | AL | 9 | 35 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | OAK | AL | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | 31 | 60 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 0.250 | -225.6 |
| 2005 | TEX | AL | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0.750 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | KCR | AL | 106 | 279 | 44 | 91 | 18 | 5 | 3 | 34 | 7 | 40 | 49 | 0.326 | 1007.6 |
| 2007 | KCR | AL | 121 | 348 | 49 | 92 | 15 | 6 | 4 | 37 | 11 | 43 | 60 | 0.264 | -207.2 |
| 2008 | KCR | AL | 89 | 216 | 30 | 53 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 22 | 7 | 18 | 42 | 0.245 | -640.3 |
| 2009 | TEX | AL | 19 | 46 | 9 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 0.304 | 7.1 |
| 2010 | TEX | AL | 13 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | TEX | AL | 11 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.455 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | OAK | 2B | 8 | 8 | 22 | 23 | 1 | 6 |
| 2003 | OAK | 2B | 5 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | OAK | 2B | 10 | 3 | 9 | 21 | 0 | 6 |
| 2004 | OAK | 3B | 15 | 10 | 8 | 21 | 2 | 3 |
| 2005 | TEX | 2B | 1 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 2 |
| 2005 | TEX | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | KCA | 1B | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2006 | KCA | 2B | 26 | 16 | 36 | 41 | 1 | 12 |
| 2006 | KCA | 3B | 24 | 20 | 9 | 43 | 4 | 5 |
| 2006 | KCA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | KCA | OF | 25 | 17 | 36 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 2007 | KCA | 2B | 56 | 45 | 83 | 105 | 3 | 27 |
| 2007 | KCA | 3B | 46 | 32 | 16 | 49 | 5 | 5 |
| 2007 | KCA | SS | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 | KCA | OF | 8 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | KCA | 2B | 35 | 23 | 41 | 77 | 3 | 19 |
| 2008 | KCA | 3B | 6 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 | KCA | SS | 3 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | KCA | OF | 39 | 25 | 54 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 | TEX | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | TEX | 2B | 6 | 3 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| 2009 | TEX | 3B | 10 | 8 | 5 | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| 2009 | TEX | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | TEX | 2B | 3 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 | TEX | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | TEX | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | TEX | 2B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | TEX | 3B | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
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 | ||