Aaron Ledesma, baseball player, 1995-2000

Aaron Ledesma

Born: 6/3/1971 in Union City, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1995-07-02 | Final Game: 2000-06-10

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Aaron David Ledesma

Biography

Aaron Ledesma, born in 1971, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2000. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 284 games, showcasing his skills primarily as an infielder. Ledesma finished his tenure with a commendable batting average of .296, reflecting his ability to make consistent contact at the plate. He accumulated 223 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 76 runs, contributing to his teams' offensive efforts during his playing days. Ledesma's career unfolded in an era marked by a transition in baseball, as the sport began to see a rising emphasis on offensive production and power hitting. Despite not being known for his power, with only 2 home runs to his name, Ledesma was valued for his versatility and batting prowess, which allowed him to steal 11 bases throughout his career. His performance on the field and ability to contribute in various ways rendered him a reliable player during his time in the league. After retiring in 2000, Ledesma left a legacy as a solid, if understated, contributor to the teams he played for, embodying the tenacity and skill of a dedicated major leaguer.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
284 754 94 223 38 4 2 76 11 44 111 0.296 0.338 0.365 0.703 -866.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 16 9 92 11 0 15
2B 58 44 114 151 5 36
3B 59 18 23 55 9 2
SS 114 99 187 304 13 88

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 16
Second Base 58
Third Base 59
Shortstop 114
Designated Hitter 7

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2000 COL NL $525,000
1999 TBA AL $227,500
1998 TBA AL $195,000
1997 BAL AL $150,000
1995 NYN NL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $1,206,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Chabot College Hayward CA 1990