Keith Ginter, baseball player, 2000-2005

Keith Ginter

Born: 5/5/1976 in Norwalk, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2000-09-20 | Final Game: 2005-09-18

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Keith Michael Ginter

Biography

Keith Ginter was a professional baseball player born in 1976, whose career spanned from 2000 to 2005. He played primarily as a position player, participating in 325 games throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. Ginter was known for his versatility on the field, showcasing the ability to adapt to various infield positions. Over his career, he accumulated 236 hits, 38 home runs, and 140 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .243. His contributions also included 9 stolen bases, highlighting his speed and ability to impact the game both offensively and defensively. Ginter's playing years coincided with a dynamic era in baseball characterized by an offensive explosion and evolving player roles. While he may not have achieved the superstardom of some contemporaries, Ginter's steady presence and ability to contribute in multiple facets of the game made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. His career, while relatively brief, reflected the competitive spirit of the early 2000s in Major League Baseball, where players like him carved out their niche amidst the high-profile stars of the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
325 971 120 236 52 4 38 140 9 105 230 0.243 0.329 0.422 0.751 -41.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 134 127 247 329 11 73
3B 124 100 80 177 15 20
OF 6 4 6 0 0 0
SS 3 1 6 4 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 134
Third Base 124
Shortstop 3
Left Field 4
Right Field 2
Designated Hitter 11

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2004 Player of the Week Week of 2004-10-02

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2005 OAK AL $583,333
2004 MIL NL $383,333
2003 MIL NL $301,000
Total Career Earnings $1,267,666

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Cypress College Cypress CA 1995, 1996
Texas Tech University Lubbock TX 1997, 1998