Mendy Lopez, baseball player, 1998-2004

Mendy Lopez

Born: 10/15/1973 in Pimentel, Duarte, D.R.

MLB Debut: 1998-06-03 | Final Game: 2004-05-27

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

Biography

Mendy Lopez was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1998 until 2004. Born in 1973, Lopez made his mark in the league during a period characterized by a transition towards more powerful offensive play, often referred to as the "steroid era." Over the course of his career, he appeared in 190 games, where he accumulated 102 hits and recorded a batting average of .242. Known for his versatility on the field, Lopez showcased his skills as a reliable utility player, contributing both offensively and defensively. Throughout his career, Lopez demonstrated a balanced approach at the plate, hitting 6 home runs and driving in 40 runs while also stealing 7 bases. His ability to adapt to various positions made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, allowing him to fill in where needed. Although his career in the major leagues was relatively brief, Lopez's contributions during his playing years reflected the evolving nature of baseball in the late 1990s and early 2000s, highlighting the importance of utility players in the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
190 422 45 102 18 5 6 40 7 27 106 0.242 0.292 0.351 0.643 -786.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 19 4 59 9 0 3
2B 35 28 62 57 2 16
3B 25 10 8 32 1 2
OF 7 4 11 0 1 0
SS 87 70 111 243 16 60

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 19
Second Base 35
Third Base 25
Shortstop 87
Left Field 3
Right Field 4

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2004 KCA AL $330,000
2003 KCA AL $300,000
1998 KCA AL $170,000
Total Career Earnings $800,000