Edwards Guzman
Born: 9/11/1976 in Bayamon, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1999-04-06 | Final Game: 2003-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 205 lbs
Biography
Edwards Guzman was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1999 to 2003. Born in 1976, Guzman made his Major League Baseball debut during an era characterized by offensive prowess and the growing importance of power hitters. Over the course of his career, he participated in 127 games, accumulating 63 hits and recording a batting average of .228. His offensive contributions included 4 home runs and 21 RBIs, reflecting his role as a complementary player within the lineup.
While Guzman's career statistics may not have placed him among the upper echelon of players during the early 2000s, he was part of a dynamic period in baseball that saw notable shifts in player performance and game strategy. His time in the league offered him the opportunity to compete at the highest level, and he left his mark as a player who embraced the challenges of professional baseball. Although he did not record any stolen bases, his versatility allowed him to adapt to various roles on the field, showcasing his commitment to the game. After retiring from baseball, Guzman's contributions to the sport remain a part of the rich tapestry of Major League Baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 127 | 276 | 23 | 63 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 0 | 10 | 37 | 0.228 | 0.253 | 0.312 | 0.565 | -1039.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | SFG | NL | 14 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | SFG | NL | 61 | 115 | 8 | 28 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 0.243 | -340.8 |
| 2003 | WSN | NL | 52 | 146 | 15 | 35 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 0.240 | -699.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 20 | 12 | 102 | 5 | 3 | 9 |
| 2B | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 3B | 40 | 22 | 12 | 51 | 2 | 4 |
| C | 31 | 18 | 110 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | SFN | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | SFN | 3B | 5 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | SFN | C | 26 | 14 | 86 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 | SFN | 1B | 7 | 3 | 34 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 2001 | SFN | 2B | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | SFN | 3B | 7 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 | SFN | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | MON | C | 4 | 4 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | MON | 1B | 13 | 9 | 68 | 3 | 2 | 7 |
| 2003 | MON | 3B | 28 | 18 | 6 | 37 | 2 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 31 |
| First Base | 20 |
| Second Base | 3 |
| Third Base | 40 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |