Benji Gil, baseball player, 1993-2003

Benji Gil

Born: 10/6/1972 in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico

MLB Debut: 1993-04-05 | Final Game: 2003-07-31

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Romar Benjamin Gil

Biography

Benji Gil was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1993 to 2003. Born in 1972, Gil was primarily a position player known for his versatility on the field. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 604 games, where he recorded 381 hits and showcased his power with 32 home runs. His offensive contributions also included 171 RBIs and a batting average of .237, alongside 24 stolen bases, indicating his ability to contribute both at the plate and on the base paths. Gil played during a transformative era in baseball, marked by significant changes in player performance and the evolution of the game. While he may not have been a household name, his skills and dedication earned him a respected role within the teams he played for. His tenure in the league included stints with several clubs, where he provided solid defense and reliable hitting, contributing to the dynamics of the teams he was part of. Though his statistics may not reflect the superstar status of some contemporaries, Gil's impact on the game and his commitment to his craft made him a valued player during his years in the majors.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
604 1610 158 381 75 12 32 171 24 102 448 0.237 0.283 0.358 0.641 -5343.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
6 12 2 8 1 0 0 1 0 2 0.667

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2002 ALDS1 ANA 2 5 1 4 0 0 0 1 0 0 0.800
2002 ALCS ANA 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000
2002 WS ANA 3 5 1 4 1 0 0 0 0 1 0.800

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 36 15 121 15 1 15
2B 82 66 123 192 6 49
3B 4 1 2 2 0 1
OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 435 392 680 1256 77 276

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 36
Second Base 82
Third Base 4
Shortstop 435
Center Field 1
Designated Hitter 36

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2003 ANA AL $725,000
2002 ANA AL $400,000
2001 ANA AL $350,000
2000 ANA AL $225,000
1997 TEX AL $200,000
1996 TEX AL $200,000
1995 TEX AL $130,000
1994 TEX AL $111,500
1993 TEX AL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $2,450,500