Maicer Izturis
Born: 9/12/1980 in Barquisimeto, Lara, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2004-08-27 | Final Game: 2014-04-13
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 185 lbs
Biography
Maicer Izturis, born in 1980, was a versatile infielder who played in Major League Baseball from 2004 to 2014. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 909 games, accumulating 810 hits with a batting average of .269. Known for his agility and defensive prowess, Izturis contributed significantly to his teams, notably the Los Angeles Angels and the Toronto Blue Jays. He recorded 39 home runs and drove in 334 runs, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 93 stolen bases.
Izturis was particularly valued for his ability to play multiple positions, which made him a key asset during his time in the league. His playing style reflected the increasing emphasis on versatility in the modern game, allowing teams to utilize him in various roles depending on their needs. Throughout his career, Izturis not only demonstrated skill at the plate but also an ability to perform under pressure, helping to solidify his place in baseball during a competitive era marked by both talented rookies and seasoned veterans.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 909 | 3013 | 406 | 810 | 159 | 17 | 39 | 334 | 93 | 267 | 355 | 0.269 | 0.331 | 0.372 | 0.703 | -2553.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | WSN | NL | 32 | 107 | 10 | 22 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 20 | 0.206 | -396.3 |
| 2005 | LAA | AL | 77 | 191 | 18 | 47 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 21 | 0.246 | -478.5 |
| 2006 | LAA | AL | 104 | 352 | 64 | 103 | 21 | 3 | 5 | 44 | 14 | 38 | 35 | 0.293 | 174.2 |
| 2007 | LAA | AL | 102 | 336 | 47 | 97 | 17 | 2 | 6 | 51 | 7 | 33 | 39 | 0.289 | -29.2 |
| 2008 | LAA | AL | 79 | 290 | 44 | 78 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 37 | 11 | 26 | 27 | 0.269 | -404.1 |
| 2009 | LAA | AL | 114 | 387 | 74 | 116 | 22 | 3 | 8 | 65 | 13 | 35 | 41 | 0.300 | 435.4 |
| 2010 | LAA | AL | 61 | 212 | 27 | 53 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 27 | 7 | 21 | 27 | 0.250 | -222.3 |
| 2011 | LAA | AL | 122 | 449 | 51 | 124 | 35 | 0 | 5 | 38 | 9 | 33 | 65 | 0.276 | 46.8 |
| 2012 | LAA | AL | 100 | 289 | 35 | 74 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 17 | 25 | 38 | 0.256 | -578.0 |
| 2013 | TOR | AL | 107 | 365 | 33 | 86 | 12 | 0 | 5 | 32 | 1 | 27 | 38 | 0.236 | -1101.6 |
| 2014 | TOR | AL | 11 | 35 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 29 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0.207 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ALCS | LAA | 4 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.100 |
| 2009 | ALDS2 | LAA | 2 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.143 |
| 2007 | ALDS1 | LAA | 3 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 |
| 2005 | ALCS | LAA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 315 | 278 | 464 | 792 | 15 | 185 |
| 3B | 326 | 285 | 160 | 493 | 35 | 44 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| SS | 222 | 180 | 277 | 515 | 24 | 104 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | MON | 2B | 10 | 10 | 18 | 25 | 1 | 6 |
| 2004 | MON | SS | 23 | 20 | 33 | 71 | 7 | 15 |
| 2005 | LAA | 2B | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | LAA | 3B | 45 | 26 | 20 | 62 | 8 | 5 |
| 2005 | LAA | SS | 29 | 21 | 44 | 55 | 2 | 8 |
| 2005 | LAA | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 | LAA | 2B | 4 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2006 | LAA | 3B | 87 | 78 | 45 | 145 | 13 | 12 |
| 2006 | LAA | SS | 10 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 7 |
| 2007 | LAA | 2B | 40 | 36 | 50 | 91 | 0 | 24 |
| 2007 | LAA | 3B | 53 | 50 | 21 | 91 | 3 | 10 |
| 2007 | LAA | SS | 3 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 | LAA | 2B | 23 | 20 | 49 | 61 | 2 | 15 |
| 2008 | LAA | 3B | 5 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | LAA | SS | 52 | 50 | 69 | 147 | 2 | 31 |
| 2009 | LAA | 2B | 68 | 64 | 114 | 180 | 2 | 49 |
| 2009 | LAA | 3B | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | LAA | SS | 28 | 25 | 33 | 52 | 2 | 15 |
| 2009 | LAA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | LAA | 2B | 22 | 20 | 30 | 52 | 1 | 6 |
| 2010 | LAA | 3B | 28 | 26 | 14 | 47 | 1 | 7 |
| 2010 | LAA | SS | 7 | 6 | 5 | 24 | 0 | 3 |
| 2011 | LAA | 2B | 49 | 47 | 87 | 158 | 4 | 33 |
| 2011 | LAA | 3B | 37 | 35 | 26 | 55 | 3 | 3 |
| 2011 | LAA | SS | 16 | 14 | 25 | 43 | 1 | 8 |
| 2012 | LAA | 2B | 29 | 20 | 26 | 68 | 0 | 14 |
| 2012 | LAA | 3B | 30 | 30 | 12 | 40 | 5 | 4 |
| 2012 | LAA | SS | 26 | 20 | 29 | 56 | 5 | 8 |
| 2013 | TOR | 2B | 59 | 47 | 73 | 123 | 5 | 28 |
| 2013 | TOR | 3B | 36 | 33 | 18 | 42 | 2 | 3 |
| 2013 | TOR | SS | 28 | 18 | 22 | 51 | 3 | 8 |
| 2014 | TOR | 2B | 10 | 10 | 10 | 22 | 0 | 8 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 315 |
| Third Base | 326 |
| Shortstop | 222 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 27 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | TOR | AL | $3,000,000 |
| 2013 | TOR | AL | $3,000,000 |
| 2012 | LAA | AL | $3,966,666 |
| 2011 | LAA | AL | $3,266,666 |
| 2010 | LAA | AL | $2,766,666 |
| 2009 | LAA | AL | $1,600,000 |
| 2008 | LAA | AL | $1,200,000 |
| 2007 | LAA | AL | $440,000 |
| 2006 | LAA | AL | $350,000 |
| 2005 | LAA | AL | $317,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $19,906,998 | ||