Todd Greene
Born: 5/8/1971 in Augusta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-07-30 | Final Game: 2006-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Todd Anthony Greene
Biography
Todd Greene, born in 1971, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1996 to 2006. Primarily known for his role as a position player, Greene played a total of 536 games throughout his career. He recorded 397 hits, showcasing his ability to connect with the ball, while also demonstrating power with 71 home runs and 217 RBIs. Greene finished his career with a batting average of .252 and added 5 stolen bases to his overall contributions on the field.
Greene's playing style was characterized by a blend of power and versatility, allowing him to contribute significantly to his teams during a competitive era in baseball. He navigated through a time when the game was influenced by rising offensive statistics, and while he may not have been a household name, his consistent performance provided valuable depth to the rosters he was part of. His career, spanning a decade, included stints with several teams, where he was known for his resilience and dedication to the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 536 | 1573 | 181 | 397 | 82 | 3 | 71 | 217 | 5 | 67 | 332 | 0.252 | 0.286 | 0.444 | 0.730 | -1736.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | LAA | AL | 29 | 79 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 0.190 | -456.1 |
| 1997 | LAA | AL | 34 | 124 | 24 | 36 | 6 | 0 | 9 | 24 | 2 | 7 | 25 | 0.290 | 331.7 |
| 1998 | LAA | AL | 29 | 71 | 3 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 0.254 | -221.1 |
| 1999 | LAA | AL | 97 | 321 | 36 | 78 | 20 | 0 | 14 | 42 | 1 | 12 | 63 | 0.243 | -681.2 |
| 2000 | TOR | AL | 34 | 85 | 11 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 18 | 0.235 | -152.6 |
| 2001 | NYY | AL | 35 | 96 | 9 | 20 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 0.208 | -532.7 |
| 2002 | TEX | AL | 42 | 112 | 15 | 30 | 5 | 0 | 10 | 19 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 0.268 | 221.5 |
| 2003 | TEX | AL | 62 | 205 | 25 | 47 | 10 | 1 | 10 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 47 | 0.229 | -480.7 |
| 2004 | COL | NL | 75 | 195 | 23 | 55 | 14 | 0 | 10 | 35 | 0 | 13 | 38 | 0.282 | 282.6 |
| 2005 | COL | NL | 38 | 126 | 10 | 32 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 23 | 0 | 7 | 21 | 0.254 | -11.7 |
| 2006 | SFG | NL | 61 | 159 | 16 | 46 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 0 | 10 | 45 | 0.289 | -35.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | ALCS | NYA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2001 | WS | NYA | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 25 | 12 | 123 | 20 | 2 | 14 |
| C | 294 | 255 | 1495 | 113 | 14 | 13 |
| OF | 44 | 42 | 48 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | CAL | C | 26 | 18 | 119 | 19 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | ANA | C | 26 | 25 | 153 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 1998 | ANA | 1B | 3 | 2 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 1998 | ANA | OF | 12 | 11 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | ANA | C | 12 | 11 | 55 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | ANA | OF | 30 | 30 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | TOR | C | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | TOR | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | NYA | C | 34 | 24 | 187 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
| 2002 | TEX | C | 15 | 11 | 87 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| 2002 | TEX | 1B | 15 | 10 | 92 | 13 | 2 | 11 |
| 2002 | TEX | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | TEX | C | 51 | 49 | 287 | 26 | 4 | 4 |
| 2003 | TEX | 1B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | COL | C | 53 | 48 | 258 | 15 | 3 | 1 |
| 2005 | COL | C | 33 | 32 | 151 | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 | SFN | C | 42 | 37 | 196 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 | SFN | 1B | 5 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 294 |
| First Base | 25 |
| Left Field | 19 |
| Right Field | 25 |
| Designated Hitter | 90 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | SFN | NL | $700,000 |
| 2005 | COL | NL | $650,000 |
| 2004 | COL | NL | $550,000 |
| 2003 | TEX | AL | $750,000 |
| 1999 | ANA | AL | $225,000 |
| 1998 | ANA | AL | $200,000 |
| 1997 | ANA | AL | $153,000 |
| 1996 | CAL | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,337,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Southern University | Statesboro | GA | 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |