Felix Martinez
Born: 5/18/1974 in Nagua, Sánchez Ramírez, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1997-09-03 | Final Game: 2001-09-30
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Biography
Felix Martinez was a professional baseball player born in 1974, whose career spanned from 1997 to 2009. Primarily recognized as a position player, Martinez played a total of 239 games in Major League Baseball, showcasing his versatility and commitment to the game. Over the course of his career, he recorded 137 hits, achieving a batting average of .214. While his offense featured 3 home runs and 39 runs batted in (RBIs), he also demonstrated speed on the bases, accumulating 18 stolen bases.
Martinez's playing era was characterized by the transition into a more power-driven game, yet he contributed in ways that extended beyond traditional offensive metrics. His ability to steal bases and apply pressure on opposing defenses highlighted his playing style, which was often focused on speed and agility rather than sheer power. Although his numbers may not reflect a dominant offensive presence, Felix Martinez remains a notable figure for his perseverance and contributions during a competitive period in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 239 | 641 | 77 | 137 | 26 | 7 | 3 | 39 | 18 | 53 | 143 | 0.214 | 0.287 | 0.290 | 0.577 | -2915.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | KCR | AL | 16 | 31 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | KCR | AL | 34 | 85 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 21 | 0.129 | -802.4 |
| 1999 | KCR | AL | 6 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | TBR | AL | 106 | 299 | 42 | 64 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 17 | 9 | 32 | 68 | 0.214 | -1367.2 |
| 2001 | TBR | AL | 77 | 219 | 24 | 54 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 6 | 10 | 46 | 0.247 | -745.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 13 | 8 | 16 | 22 | 0 | 4 |
| SS | 219 | 200 | 360 | 618 | 36 | 148 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | KCA | SS | 12 | 10 | 17 | 22 | 1 | 7 |
| 1998 | KCA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | KCA | SS | 32 | 28 | 49 | 80 | 6 | 23 |
| 1999 | KCA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 | KCA | SS | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | TBA | SS | 106 | 103 | 191 | 368 | 14 | 80 |
| 2001 | TBA | 2B | 10 | 8 | 15 | 20 | 0 | 3 |
| 2001 | TBA | SS | 67 | 58 | 103 | 148 | 15 | 38 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 13 |
| Shortstop | 219 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | TBA | AL | $255,000 |
| 1998 | KCA | AL | $170,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $425,000 | ||