Norberto Martin, baseball player, 1993-1999

Norberto Martin

Born: 12/10/1966 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.

MLB Debut: 1993-09-20 | Final Game: 1999-05-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Norberto Enrique Martin

Biography

Norberto Martin, born in 1966, was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a career spanning from 1993 to 1999. Primarily a position player, Martin appeared in a total of 354 games throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. He was known for his solid batting skills, achieving a career batting average of .278, which highlighted his ability to make consistent contact at the plate. Over his career, he recorded 245 hits and contributed 89 runs batted in (RBIs), demonstrating his capability as a reliable offensive asset. Martin also showcased his speed on the bases, successfully stealing 23 bases during his career. While he hit only 7 home runs, his overall offensive contributions were significant, particularly in the context of the late 1990s, a period marked by an increasing emphasis on power hitting in the game. As a player who navigated the dynamic changes of Major League Baseball during this time, Norberto Martin remains a noteworthy figure for his versatility and solid performance on the field.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
354 880 116 245 32 6 7 89 23 35 123 0.278 0.306 0.352 0.658 -2271.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 131 109 232 335 14 75
3B 39 22 14 43 3 4
OF 19 10 10 2 0 0
SS 68 52 78 122 9 31

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 131
Third Base 39
Shortstop 68
Left Field 12
Right Field 7
Designated Hitter 50

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1998 ANA AL $425,000
1997 CHA AL $350,000
1996 CHA AL $160,000
1995 CHA AL $165,000
1994 CHA AL $112,000
1993 CHA AL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $1,321,000