Ricky Ledee
Born: 11/22/1973 in Ponce, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1998-06-14 | Final Game: 2007-07-07
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Ricardo Alberto Ledee
Biography
Ricky Ledee was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1998 to 2007. Born in 1973, he played primarily as an outfielder and had a career that spanned over nine seasons. Ledee appeared in 855 games, during which he recorded 494 hits and 63 home runs, contributing 318 RBIs to his teams. His career batting average stood at .243, and he showcased his speed on the bases with a total of 29 stolen bases.
Throughout his career, Ledee played for several teams, including the New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Phillies, and was known for his versatility as a position player. He was part of the Yankees during a significant era in baseball history, characterized by the team's dominance in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Ledee's contributions were often highlighted in key moments, particularly during playoff runs, where his ability to perform under pressure was evident. His journey through the league reflected the competitive spirit of the time, making him a notable figure in the landscape of baseball during his playing years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 855 | 2030 | 290 | 494 | 120 | 17 | 63 | 318 | 29 | 244 | 495 | 0.243 | 0.325 | 0.412 | 0.737 | -1024.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | NYY | AL | 42 | 79 | 13 | 19 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 7 | 29 | 0.241 | -148.7 |
| 1999 | NYY | AL | 88 | 250 | 45 | 69 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 40 | 4 | 28 | 73 | 0.276 | 230.3 |
| 2000 | CLE | AL | 17 | 63 | 13 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 8 | 9 | 0.222 | -130.6 |
| 2000 | NYY | AL | 62 | 191 | 23 | 46 | 11 | 1 | 7 | 31 | 7 | 26 | 39 | 0.241 | -130.6 |
| 2000 | TEX | AL | 58 | 213 | 23 | 50 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 38 | 6 | 25 | 50 | 0.235 | -130.6 |
| 2001 | TEX | AL | 78 | 242 | 33 | 56 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 36 | 3 | 23 | 58 | 0.231 | -662.5 |
| 2002 | PHI | NL | 96 | 203 | 33 | 46 | 13 | 1 | 8 | 23 | 1 | 35 | 50 | 0.227 | 116.2 |
| 2003 | PHI | NL | 121 | 255 | 37 | 63 | 15 | 2 | 13 | 46 | 0 | 34 | 59 | 0.247 | 358.6 |
| 2004 | PHI | NL | 73 | 123 | 19 | 35 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 26 | 2 | 22 | 27 | 0.285 | 494.9 |
| 2004 | SFG | NL | 31 | 53 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 20 | 0.113 | 494.9 |
| 2005 | LAD | NL | 102 | 237 | 31 | 66 | 16 | 1 | 7 | 39 | 0 | 20 | 55 | 0.278 | 118.7 |
| 2006 | LAD | NL | 43 | 53 | 4 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 0.245 | -138.4 |
| 2006 | NYN | NL | 27 | 32 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.094 | -138.4 |
| 2007 | NYN | NL | 17 | 36 | 6 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 44 | 4 | 13 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 14 | 0.295 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | ALCS | NYA | 3 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0.250 |
| 1999 | ALDS2 | NYA | 3 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0.273 |
| 1999 | WS | NYA | 3 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.200 |
| 1998 | WS | NYA | 4 | 10 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0.600 |
| 1998 | ALCS | NYA | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 566 | 467 | 961 | 20 | 21 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | NYA | OF | 42 | 20 | 47 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | NYA | OF | 77 | 68 | 143 | 3 | 9 | 0 |
| 2000 | CLE | OF | 17 | 17 | 39 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | NYA | OF | 49 | 44 | 94 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 | TEX | OF | 57 | 56 | 128 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 | TEX | OF | 72 | 62 | 137 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2002 | PHI | OF | 51 | 42 | 97 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | PHI | OF | 71 | 54 | 98 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | PHI | OF | 22 | 20 | 47 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | SFN | OF | 15 | 11 | 24 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | LAN | OF | 69 | 55 | 76 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2006 | LAN | OF | 9 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | NYN | OF | 4 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | NYN | OF | 11 | 9 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 315 |
| Center Field | 124 |
| Right Field | 156 |
| Designated Hitter | 19 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | LAN | NL | $1,500,000 |
| 2005 | LAN | NL | $1,000,000 |
| 2004 | PHI | NL | $1,225,000 |
| 2003 | PHI | NL | $850,000 |
| 2002 | PHI | NL | $750,000 |
| 2001 | TEX | AL | $406,500 |
| 2000 | NYA | AL | $240,000 |
| 1999 | NYA | AL | $202,850 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,174,350 | ||