Luis Gonzalez
Born: 6/26/1979 in Maracay, Aragua, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2004-04-06 | Final Game: 2006-08-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Luis Alberto Gonzalez
Biography
Luis Gonzalez was a professional baseball player known for his versatility and strong offensive contributions during his career from 2004 to 2006. Born in 1979, he played primarily as a position player and made a notable impact in the major leagues over the span of 291 games. Gonzalez recorded 248 hits, achieving a solid batting average of .283, which highlighted his ability to connect with the ball consistently. His offensive prowess was further underscored by his 23 home runs and 98 RBIs, demonstrating his capability to drive in runs and contribute significantly to his team's scoring efforts.
Throughout his career, Gonzalez showcased a well-rounded skill set, including speed on the base paths, as indicated by his tally of 5 stolen bases. His playing style combined power and average, making him a valuable asset to any lineup. Although his career was relatively brief, Gonzalez left his mark during an era marked by evolving offensive strategies in baseball, as teams increasingly valued players who could both hit for average and generate power. His contributions to the game remain a testament to his ability to perform at a high level during a competitive period in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 291 | 875 | 100 | 248 | 51 | 3 | 23 | 98 | 5 | 39 | 157 | 0.283 | 0.321 | 0.427 | 0.749 | -284.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | COL | NL | 102 | 322 | 42 | 94 | 17 | 2 | 12 | 40 | 1 | 15 | 67 | 0.292 | 248.9 |
| 2005 | COL | NL | 128 | 404 | 51 | 118 | 25 | 0 | 9 | 44 | 3 | 20 | 63 | 0.292 | 20.3 |
| 2006 | COL | NL | 61 | 149 | 7 | 36 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 1 | 4 | 27 | 0.242 | -553.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 17 | 6 | 77 | 4 | 0 | 9 |
| 2B | 155 | 124 | 256 | 361 | 3 | 74 |
| 3B | 33 | 15 | 21 | 29 | 1 | 2 |
| OF | 44 | 32 | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 27 | 23 | 37 | 52 | 4 | 18 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | COL | 2B | 40 | 33 | 84 | 96 | 1 | 27 |
| 2004 | COL | 3B | 18 | 10 | 13 | 21 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 | COL | SS | 10 | 7 | 9 | 18 | 0 | 5 |
| 2004 | COL | OF | 29 | 20 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | COL | 1B | 10 | 3 | 37 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 2005 | COL | 2B | 83 | 66 | 121 | 196 | 0 | 40 |
| 2005 | COL | 3B | 12 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | COL | SS | 17 | 16 | 28 | 34 | 4 | 13 |
| 2005 | COL | OF | 8 | 6 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | COL | 1B | 7 | 3 | 40 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 2006 | COL | 2B | 32 | 25 | 51 | 69 | 2 | 7 |
| 2006 | COL | 3B | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | COL | OF | 7 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 17 |
| Second Base | 155 |
| Third Base | 33 |
| Shortstop | 27 |
| Left Field | 22 |
| Right Field | 24 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | COL | NL | $345,000 |
| 2005 | COL | NL | $324,000 |
| 2004 | COL | NL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $969,000 | ||