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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CHW | AL | 8 | 14 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.357 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | CHW | AL | 45 | 131 | 19 | 36 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 4 | 9 | 16 | 0.275 | -267.0 |
| 1995 | CHW | AL | 72 | 160 | 17 | 43 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 25 | 0.269 | -386.8 |
| 1996 | CHW | AL | 70 | 140 | 30 | 49 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 17 | 0.350 | 102.3 |
| 1997 | CHW | AL | 71 | 213 | 24 | 64 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 27 | 1 | 6 | 31 | 0.300 | -351.2 |
| 1998 | LAA | AL | 79 | 195 | 20 | 42 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 6 | 29 | 0.215 | -1368.5 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | 9 | 27 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CHA | 2B | 5 | 2 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 4 |
| 1994 | CHA | 2B | 28 | 25 | 53 | 59 | 2 | 10 |
| 1994 | CHA | 3B | 5 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | CHA | SS | 6 | 5 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| 1994 | CHA | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | CHA | 2B | 17 | 15 | 35 | 41 | 4 | 12 |
| 1995 | CHA | 3B | 9 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 2 |
| 1995 | CHA | SS | 7 | 4 | 8 | 17 | 1 | 2 |
| 1995 | CHA | OF | 12 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | CHA | 2B | 10 | 9 | 22 | 34 | 1 | 7 |
| 1996 | CHA | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | CHA | SS | 24 | 18 | 39 | 44 | 5 | 17 |
| 1997 | CHA | 2B | 9 | 8 | 14 | 25 | 1 | 3 |
| 1997 | CHA | 3B | 17 | 14 | 9 | 27 | 1 | 2 |
| 1997 | CHA | SS | 28 | 23 | 27 | 45 | 3 | 11 |
| 1998 | ANA | 2B | 54 | 43 | 86 | 138 | 4 | 31 |
| 1998 | ANA | 3B | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | ANA | SS | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | ANA | OF | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | TOR | 2B | 8 | 7 | 9 | 29 | 1 | 8 |
| 1999 | TOR | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 | ||