Matt LeCroy
Born: 12/13/1975 in Belton, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-04-03 | Final Game: 2007-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Matthew Hanks LeCroy
Biography
Matt LeCroy was an American professional baseball player born in 1975, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2000 to 2007. Primarily serving as a position player, LeCroy played in a total of 476 games during his career. He was known for his offensive contributions, finishing with 361 hits and 60 home runs, while driving in 218 runs. His career batting average stood at .260, showcasing his ability to hit effectively in a competitive era of baseball.
LeCroy's playing style was marked by a combination of power and consistency, although he did not contribute in the stolen bases department, registering zero steals throughout his career. He played during a time when the game was witnessing a shift towards more power hitters, and he carved out a niche for himself as a reliable performer in the lineup. After his retirement on September 30, 2007, LeCroy left a legacy as a solid contributor who exemplified the grit and determination of his era, making him a memorable figure among fans and within the baseball community.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 476 | 1388 | 146 | 361 | 68 | 1 | 60 | 218 | 0 | 123 | 332 | 0.260 | 0.326 | 0.440 | 0.766 | 88.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | MIN | AL | 56 | 167 | 18 | 29 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 17 | 38 | 0.174 | -886.1 |
| 2001 | MIN | AL | 15 | 40 | 6 | 17 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.425 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | MIN | AL | 63 | 181 | 19 | 47 | 11 | 1 | 7 | 27 | 0 | 13 | 38 | 0.260 | -33.8 |
| 2003 | MIN | AL | 107 | 345 | 39 | 99 | 19 | 0 | 17 | 64 | 0 | 25 | 82 | 0.287 | 686.3 |
| 2004 | MIN | AL | 88 | 264 | 25 | 71 | 14 | 0 | 9 | 39 | 0 | 16 | 60 | 0.269 | -139.9 |
| 2005 | MIN | AL | 101 | 304 | 33 | 79 | 5 | 0 | 17 | 50 | 0 | 41 | 85 | 0.260 | 508.6 |
| 2006 | WAS | NL | 39 | 67 | 5 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 11 | 17 | 0.239 | -46.7 |
| 2007 | MIN | AL | 7 | 20 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.150 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 26 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0.269 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | ALDS2 | MIN | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.333 |
| 2003 | ALDS1 | MIN | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.091 |
| 2002 | ALCS | MIN | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 |
| 2002 | ALDS2 | MIN | 3 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.444 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 83 | 61 | 553 | 16 | 7 | 53 |
| C | 124 | 100 | 634 | 27 | 13 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | MIN | C | 49 | 48 | 317 | 16 | 4 | 8 |
| 2000 | MIN | 1B | 3 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 | MIN | C | 3 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | MIN | 1B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | MIN | C | 6 | 3 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | MIN | 1B | 8 | 5 | 39 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| 2003 | MIN | C | 22 | 20 | 95 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 | MIN | 1B | 17 | 12 | 99 | 3 | 1 | 7 |
| 2004 | MIN | C | 26 | 16 | 114 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| 2004 | MIN | 1B | 23 | 20 | 172 | 3 | 1 | 17 |
| 2005 | MIN | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | MIN | 1B | 23 | 21 | 204 | 8 | 3 | 18 |
| 2006 | WAS | C | 13 | 9 | 60 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 | WAS | 1B | 6 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2007 | MIN | C | 4 | 4 | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | MIN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 124 |
| First Base | 83 |
| Designated Hitter | 214 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | WAS | NL | $850,000 |
| 2005 | MIN | AL | $750,000 |
| 2004 | MIN | AL | $340,000 |
| 2003 | MIN | AL | $312,500 |
| 2000 | MIN | AL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,452,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson University | Clemson | SC | 1995, 1996, 1997 |