Dixon Machado
Born: 2/22/1992 in San Cristobal, Táchira, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2015-05-25 | Final Game: 2022-08-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Dixon Javier Machado
Biography
Dixon Machado was a professional baseball player born in 1992, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2015 to 2022. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 177 games, showcasing his skills primarily as an infielder. Machado was known for his defensive versatility, which allowed him to contribute to various teams during his time in the league. He finished his career with a batting average of .226, accumulating 107 hits, including 2 home runs and 37 RBIs. Additionally, he demonstrated his speed on the base paths with 3 stolen bases.
Machado's career unfolded during a period marked by evolving player dynamics and increased emphasis on analytics in baseball. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions were valuable in the context of team depth and defensive reliability. His time in the league spanned several seasons, allowing him to experience the competitive landscape of MLB, where he navigated the challenges of securing a place amid a roster filled with burgeoning talent. As a player who embodied the gritty determination often associated with the game, Dixon Machado's journey reflects the diverse paths athletes take in the pursuit of success in professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 177 | 473 | 45 | 107 | 21 | 2 | 2 | 37 | 3 | 35 | 96 | 0.226 | 0.285 | 0.292 | 0.577 | -1653.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | DET | AL | 24 | 68 | 6 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 0.235 | -188.9 |
| 2016 | DET | AL | 8 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | DET | AL | 73 | 166 | 17 | 43 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 10 | 32 | 0.259 | -530.7 |
| 2018 | DET | AL | 67 | 214 | 20 | 44 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 21 | 1 | 14 | 41 | 0.206 | -934.2 |
| 2022 | SFG | NL | 5 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 93 | 72 | 142 | 208 | 7 | 57 |
| 3B | 5 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| SS | 67 | 53 | 95 | 138 | 4 | 27 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | DET | SS | 24 | 20 | 37 | 56 | 2 | 14 |
| 2016 | DET | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | DET | SS | 6 | 3 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | DET | 2B | 27 | 11 | 23 | 51 | 2 | 12 |
| 2017 | DET | 3B | 5 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | DET | SS | 32 | 25 | 51 | 55 | 2 | 11 |
| 2018 | DET | 2B | 64 | 61 | 119 | 157 | 5 | 45 |
| 2022 | SFN | SS | 5 | 5 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 93 |
| Third Base | 5 |
| Shortstop | 67 |
| Designated Hitter | 10 |