George Lombard
Born: 9/14/1975 in Atlanta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1998-09-04 | Final Game: 2006-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 208 lbs
Full name: George Paul Lombard
Biography
George Lombard, born in 1975, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1998 until 2006. Primarily serving as a position player, Lombard played in a total of 144 games throughout his career. He was known for his speed on the bases, evidenced by his 23 stolen bases, which highlighted his ability to disrupt opposing defenses. Though he finished his career with a batting average of .22, Lombard contributed to his teams with 77 hits, 8 home runs, and 21 RBIs.
Lombard's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by increased offensive output and the emergence of power hitters. While he may not have been a household name, his versatility and speed were valuable assets to the teams he played for. Lombard's journey through the league exemplified the resilience and determination required to succeed in professional baseball, as he navigated the challenges of a competitive era while making contributions on the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 144 | 350 | 55 | 77 | 12 | 3 | 8 | 21 | 23 | 27 | 111 | 0.220 | 0.281 | 0.340 | 0.621 | -469.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | ATL | NL | 6 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | ATL | NL | 6 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | ATL | NL | 27 | 39 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 14 | 0.103 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | DET | AL | 72 | 241 | 34 | 58 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 13 | 20 | 78 | 0.241 | -469.4 |
| 2003 | TBR | AL | 13 | 37 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0.216 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | WAS | NL | 20 | 21 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 10 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 111 | 84 | 220 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | ATL | OF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | ATL | OF | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | ATL | OF | 15 | 6 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | DET | OF | 69 | 65 | 158 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 | TBA | OF | 13 | 9 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | WAS | OF | 8 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 42 |
| Center Field | 40 |
| Right Field | 32 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | ATL | NL | $210,000 |
| 2001 | ATL | NL | $202,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $412,500 | ||