Andy Marte, baseball player, 2005-2014

Andy Marte

Born: 10/21/1983 in Villa Tapia, Hermanas Mirabal, D.R.

Died: 1/22/2017 in Casa de Alto, Duarte, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2005-06-07 | Final Game: 2014-08-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Andy Manuel Marte

Biography

Andy Marte was a professional baseball player known for his time as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2005 to 2014. Born in 1983, Marte emerged from the Dominican Republic and made his debut during a period characterized by an increasing emphasis on power hitting and offensive production. Over the course of his career, he played in 308 games, accumulating 186 hits and hitting 21 home runs while driving in 99 runs. Despite a batting average of .218, Marte showcased potential as a power hitter, especially during his early years in the league. Throughout his career, Marte played for several teams, including the Atlanta Braves, Boston Red Sox, and Cleveland Indians. His playing style was marked by a combination of raw power and a strong defensive presence, although he faced challenges with consistency at the plate. Despite these struggles, Marte's contributions to his teams were notable, particularly in clutch situations. His journey through Major League Baseball reflected the challenges many players face in achieving sustained success in a highly competitive environment, and he remains a memorable figure in the annals of the game for his resilience and determination.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
308 854 86 186 45 6 21 99 1 67 180 0.218 0.276 0.358 0.634 -2490.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1.0 0 0 0 0 1 0.00 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 78 58 568 35 7 65
3B 211 177 117 376 28 43
P 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 1
First Base 78
Third Base 211
Designated Hitter 5

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2010 CLE AL $413,400
2008 CLE AL $391,600
2007 CLE AL $383,100
Total Career Earnings $1,188,100