Gabe Kapler
Born: 7/31/1975 in Hollywood, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1998-09-20 | Final Game: 2010-08-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Gabriel Stefan Kapler
Biography
Gabe Kapler was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1998 to 2010. Born in 1975, he played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB), appearing in a total of 1,104 games. Throughout his career, Kapler accumulated 799 hits, 82 home runs, and 386 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .268. Known for his athleticism, he also showcased his speed on the bases, stealing 77 bases during his tenure in the league.
Kapler's playing style was characterized by a combination of power and speed, making him a versatile asset to his teams. He was recognized for his strong work ethic and dedication to the game, which resonated with fans and teammates alike. His career unfolded during an era of evolving offensive strategies in baseball, and he contributed to the dynamic play that defined the late 1990s and early 2000s. After retiring, Kapler transitioned into coaching and management, further influencing the game beyond his playing days. His legacy includes not just his performance on the field, but also his subsequent impact in baseball leadership roles.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1104 | 2983 | 443 | 799 | 176 | 16 | 82 | 386 | 77 | 269 | 480 | 0.268 | 0.329 | 0.420 | 0.749 | -903.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | DET | AL | 7 | 25 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | DET | AL | 130 | 416 | 60 | 102 | 22 | 4 | 18 | 49 | 11 | 42 | 74 | 0.245 | -306.5 |
| 2000 | TEX | AL | 116 | 444 | 59 | 134 | 32 | 1 | 14 | 66 | 8 | 42 | 57 | 0.302 | 571.8 |
| 2001 | TEX | AL | 134 | 483 | 77 | 129 | 29 | 1 | 17 | 72 | 23 | 61 | 70 | 0.267 | 391.3 |
| 2002 | COL | NL | 40 | 119 | 12 | 37 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 17 | 6 | 8 | 23 | 0.311 | 155.8 |
| 2002 | TEX | AL | 72 | 196 | 25 | 51 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 5 | 8 | 30 | 0.260 | 155.8 |
| 2003 | BOS | AL | 68 | 158 | 29 | 46 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 23 | 4 | 14 | 23 | 0.291 | 168.7 |
| 2003 | COL | NL | 39 | 67 | 10 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 0.224 | 168.7 |
| 2004 | BOS | AL | 136 | 290 | 51 | 79 | 14 | 1 | 6 | 33 | 5 | 15 | 49 | 0.272 | -528.7 |
| 2005 | BOS | AL | 36 | 97 | 15 | 24 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 0.247 | -282.3 |
| 2006 | BOS | AL | 72 | 130 | 21 | 33 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 0.254 | -190.2 |
| 2008 | MIL | NL | 96 | 229 | 36 | 69 | 17 | 2 | 8 | 38 | 3 | 13 | 39 | 0.301 | 451.9 |
| 2009 | TBR | AL | 99 | 205 | 26 | 49 | 15 | 1 | 8 | 32 | 5 | 29 | 39 | 0.239 | 68.4 |
| 2010 | TBR | AL | 59 | 124 | 19 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 1 | 11 | 24 | 0.210 | -434.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 27 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.111 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | ALCS | BOS | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 |
| 2004 | ALDS1 | BOS | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 |
| 2004 | WS | BOS | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2003 | ALCS | BOS | 3 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.125 |
| 2003 | ALDS2 | BOS | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 1010 | 770 | 1869 | 52 | 34 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | DET | OF | 6 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | DET | OF | 128 | 118 | 302 | 4 | 6 | 2 |
| 2000 | TEX | OF | 116 | 115 | 307 | 5 | 10 | 4 |
| 2001 | TEX | OF | 133 | 130 | 344 | 8 | 1 | 3 |
| 2002 | COL | OF | 38 | 24 | 62 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | TEX | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | TEX | OF | 64 | 48 | 119 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 | BOS | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | BOS | OF | 61 | 41 | 77 | 5 | 6 | 1 |
| 2003 | COL | OF | 29 | 12 | 29 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 | BOS | OF | 127 | 73 | 170 | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| 2005 | BOS | OF | 36 | 25 | 65 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | BOS | OF | 68 | 32 | 83 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | MIL | OF | 66 | 43 | 101 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | TBA | OF | 88 | 66 | 143 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 2010 | TBA | OF | 50 | 37 | 58 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 176 |
| Center Field | 458 |
| Right Field | 441 |
| Designated Hitter | 18 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | This Year in Baseball Play of the Year | MLB.com GIBBY |
| 2000 | Player of the Week | Week of 2000-07-29 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | TBA | AL | $1,054,000 |
| 2009 | TBA | AL | $1,000,018 |
| 2008 | MIL | NL | $800,000 |
| 2004 | BOS | AL | $750,000 |
| 2003 | COL | NL | $3,425,000 |
| 2002 | TEX | AL | $1,850,000 |
| 2001 | TEX | AL | $450,000 |
| 2000 | TEX | AL | $280,000 |
| 1999 | DET | AL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $9,809,018 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fullerton | Fullerton | CA | 1994 |
| Moorpark College | Moorpark | CA | 1995 |