George Kottaras
Born: 5/10/1983 in Scarborough, ON, CAN
MLB Debut: 2008-09-13 | Final Game: 2014-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs
Biography
George Kottaras was a professional baseball player born in 1983, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2008 to 2014. Over the course of his career, Kottaras appeared in 313 games, where he demonstrated his power-hitting capabilities with 32 home runs and 101 RBIs. He accumulated a total of 155 hits, resulting in a batting average of .215. Known for his versatility behind the plate, Kottaras contributed to various teams during his tenure, showcasing his skills as a catcher and first baseman.
Kottaras's career spanned a period marked by an emphasis on offensive production and the evolution of catching roles within the game. While his batting average may not have been particularly high, he was recognized for his ability to deliver crucial hits in key moments, reflecting the importance of clutch performance in baseball. With 3 stolen bases to his name, he also exhibited a surprising speed for a player in his position. Kottaras's journey through the leagues highlights the challenges and transitions faced by many players during the modern era of baseball, where adaptability and power became increasingly valued.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 313 | 722 | 92 | 155 | 40 | 3 | 32 | 101 | 3 | 121 | 203 | 0.215 | 0.326 | 0.411 | 0.737 | 166.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | BOS | AL | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | BOS | AL | 45 | 93 | 15 | 22 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 11 | 25 | 0.237 | -159.7 |
| 2010 | MIL | NL | 67 | 212 | 24 | 43 | 12 | 1 | 9 | 26 | 2 | 33 | 44 | 0.203 | -165.2 |
| 2011 | MIL | NL | 49 | 111 | 15 | 28 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 10 | 26 | 0.252 | 108.0 |
| 2012 | MIL | NL | 58 | 86 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 29 | 24 | 0.209 | 250.6 |
| 2012 | OAK | AL | 27 | 85 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 19 | 0 | 8 | 24 | 0.212 | 250.6 |
| 2013 | KCR | AL | 46 | 100 | 13 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 1 | 24 | 42 | 0.180 | 103.6 |
| 2014 | CLE | AL | 10 | 21 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | STL | NL | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | TOR | AL | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | ALDS2 | OAK | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2011 | NLDS2 | MIL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2011 | NLCS | MIL | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 8 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 246 | 202 | 1423 | 68 | 13 | 6 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | BOS | C | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | BOS | C | 39 | 25 | 196 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 2009 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | MIL | C | 61 | 60 | 434 | 20 | 4 | 4 |
| 2010 | MIL | 1B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | MIL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | MIL | C | 36 | 31 | 171 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | MIL | C | 27 | 24 | 162 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | MIL | 1B | 6 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 | OAK | C | 27 | 25 | 164 | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| 2013 | KCA | C | 39 | 29 | 212 | 14 | 4 | 0 |
| 2014 | CLE | C | 9 | 6 | 61 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | SLN | C | 3 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | TOR | C | 3 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 246 |
| First Base | 8 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 4 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | KCA | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 2012 | MIL | NL | $700,000 |
| 2011 | MIL | NL | $440,000 |
| 2010 | MIL | NL | $408,500 |
| 2009 | BOS | AL | $400,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,948,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connors State College | Warner | OK | 2002, 2003 |