Eric Karros
Born: 11/4/1967 in Hackensack, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-09-01 | Final Game: 2004-07-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Eric Peter Karros
Biography
Eric Karros, born in 1967, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball who had a career that spanned from 1991 to 2004. Best known for his time with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Karros made a significant impact in the game, particularly during the 1990s. Over the course of his 1,755 games, he accumulated 1,724 hits, 284 home runs, and 1,027 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .268. His ability to combine power with consistent hitting made him a valuable asset in the lineup and a fan favorite.
Karros was recognized for his talents early on, earning the Rookie of the Year award and the TSN Rookie Player of the Year during his debut season. His playing style showcased a blend of power and agility, as reflected in his 59 stolen bases. Throughout his career, he was known for his durability and defensive skills at first base, contributing to the Dodgers' success in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Karros remains a significant figure in Dodgers history, celebrated for both his on-field accomplishments and his role in the team's storied legacy.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1755 | 6441 | 797 | 1724 | 324 | 11 | 284 | 1027 | 59 | 552 | 1167 | 0.268 | 0.325 | 0.454 | 0.779 | 3256.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | LAD | NL | 14 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | LAD | NL | 149 | 545 | 63 | 140 | 30 | 1 | 20 | 88 | 2 | 37 | 103 | 0.257 | 279.4 |
| 1993 | LAD | NL | 158 | 619 | 74 | 153 | 27 | 2 | 23 | 80 | 0 | 34 | 82 | 0.247 | -878.5 |
| 1994 | LAD | NL | 111 | 406 | 51 | 108 | 21 | 1 | 14 | 46 | 2 | 29 | 53 | 0.266 | -448.8 |
| 1995 | LAD | NL | 143 | 551 | 83 | 164 | 29 | 3 | 32 | 105 | 4 | 61 | 115 | 0.298 | 2252.8 |
| 1996 | LAD | NL | 154 | 608 | 84 | 158 | 29 | 1 | 34 | 111 | 8 | 53 | 121 | 0.260 | 266.5 |
| 1997 | LAD | NL | 162 | 628 | 86 | 167 | 28 | 0 | 31 | 104 | 15 | 61 | 116 | 0.266 | 440.5 |
| 1998 | LAD | NL | 139 | 507 | 59 | 150 | 20 | 1 | 23 | 87 | 7 | 47 | 93 | 0.296 | 1019.1 |
| 1999 | LAD | NL | 153 | 578 | 74 | 176 | 40 | 0 | 34 | 112 | 8 | 53 | 119 | 0.304 | 2013.5 |
| 2000 | LAD | NL | 155 | 584 | 84 | 146 | 29 | 0 | 31 | 106 | 4 | 63 | 122 | 0.250 | -209.6 |
| 2001 | LAD | NL | 121 | 438 | 42 | 103 | 22 | 0 | 15 | 63 | 3 | 41 | 101 | 0.235 | -808.8 |
| 2002 | LAD | NL | 142 | 524 | 52 | 142 | 26 | 1 | 13 | 73 | 4 | 37 | 74 | 0.271 | -415.4 |
| 2003 | CHC | NL | 114 | 336 | 37 | 96 | 16 | 1 | 12 | 40 | 1 | 28 | 46 | 0.286 | 276.5 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | 40 | 103 | 8 | 20 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 7 | 16 | 0.194 | -531.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 50 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 9 | 0.300 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | NLDS2 | CHN | 4 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0.375 |
| 2003 | NLCS | CHN | 5 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.231 |
| 1996 | NLDS1 | LAN | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.000 |
| 1995 | NLDS2 | LAN | 3 | 12 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1698 | 1661 | 14056 | 1359 | 111 | 1257 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | LAN | 1B | 10 | 2 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 1992 | LAN | 1B | 143 | 142 | 1211 | 126 | 9 | 98 |
| 1993 | LAN | 1B | 157 | 157 | 1335 | 147 | 12 | 118 |
| 1994 | LAN | 1B | 109 | 108 | 896 | 118 | 9 | 83 |
| 1995 | LAN | 1B | 143 | 143 | 1234 | 109 | 7 | 101 |
| 1996 | LAN | 1B | 154 | 154 | 1314 | 121 | 15 | 133 |
| 1997 | LAN | 1B | 162 | 162 | 1318 | 121 | 11 | 88 |
| 1998 | LAN | 1B | 136 | 136 | 1150 | 110 | 12 | 122 |
| 1999 | LAN | 1B | 151 | 147 | 1291 | 126 | 13 | 108 |
| 2000 | LAN | 1B | 153 | 153 | 1296 | 138 | 7 | 123 |
| 2001 | LAN | 1B | 119 | 118 | 963 | 71 | 4 | 82 |
| 2002 | LAN | 1B | 142 | 141 | 1175 | 106 | 4 | 101 |
| 2003 | CHN | 1B | 97 | 84 | 675 | 47 | 6 | 80 |
| 2004 | OAK | 1B | 22 | 14 | 165 | 17 | 2 | 15 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1698 |
| Designated Hitter | 13 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Player of the Week | Week of 1999-09-25 |
| 1995 | Player of the Week | Week of 1995-08-12 |
| 1995 | Player of the Week | Week of 1995-07-29 |
| 1995 | Silver Slugger | 1B |
| 1995 | TSN All-Star | 1B |
| 1992 | Player of the Week | Week of 1992-08-01 |
| 1992 | Rookie of the Year | |
| 1992 | TSN Rookie Player of the Year |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | OAK | AL | $550,000 |
| 2003 | CHN | NL | $8,375,000 |
| 2002 | LAN | NL | $6,875,000 |
| 2001 | LAN | NL | $7,500,000 |
| 2000 | LAN | NL | $5,375,000 |
| 1999 | LAN | NL | $5,500,000 |
| 1998 | LAN | NL | $4,500,000 |
| 1997 | LAN | NL | $4,500,000 |
| 1996 | LAN | NL | $3,150,000 |
| 1995 | LAN | NL | $2,350,000 |
| 1994 | LAN | NL | $650,000 |
| 1993 | LAN | NL | $435,000 |
| 1992 | LAN | NL | $124,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $49,884,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Los Angeles | Los Angeles | CA | 1986, 1987, 1988 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 16th | 10.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1995 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 5th | 135.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1992 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 1st | 116.0 | 120 | 22 |