Chad Moeller
Born: 2/18/1975 in Upland, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-06-20 | Final Game: 2010-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 207 lbs
Full name: Chad Edward Moeller
Biography
Chad Moeller, born in 1975, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2000 until 2010. Primarily known as a position player, Moeller appeared in 501 games throughout his career, showcasing his versatility and resilience in a highly competitive environment. He recorded a total of 315 hits, hitting 29 home runs and driving in 132 RBIs. Moeller finished his career with a batting average of .226 and stole 2 bases, reflecting his role as a player who contributed more with his defensive skills and situational hitting than with explosive offensive numbers.
During his career, which spanned the early 2000s—an era characterized by offensive output and the increasing use of advanced analytics—Moeller played for several teams, including the Milwaukee Brewers and the Florida Marlins. While not a star in the traditional sense, his work ethic and ability to handle the rigors of catching and playing various positions made him a valuable asset to his teams. His journey through the major leagues illustrates the importance of role players who provide depth and stability, contributing to the overall success of their clubs.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 501 | 1392 | 146 | 315 | 74 | 7 | 29 | 132 | 2 | 108 | 331 | 0.226 | 0.288 | 0.352 | 0.640 | -3688.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | MIN | AL | 48 | 128 | 13 | 27 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 9 | 33 | 0.211 | -765.1 |
| 2001 | AZ | NL | 25 | 56 | 8 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 0.232 | -158.1 |
| 2002 | AZ | NL | 37 | 105 | 10 | 30 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 17 | 23 | 0.286 | 285.8 |
| 2003 | AZ | NL | 78 | 239 | 29 | 64 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 29 | 1 | 23 | 59 | 0.268 | 75.8 |
| 2004 | MIL | NL | 101 | 317 | 25 | 66 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 27 | 0 | 21 | 74 | 0.208 | -1612.3 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | 66 | 199 | 23 | 41 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 23 | 0 | 13 | 48 | 0.206 | -662.6 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | 29 | 98 | 9 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 26 | 0.184 | -592.3 |
| 2007 | CIN | NL | 30 | 48 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | LAD | NL | 7 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | NYY | AL | 41 | 91 | 13 | 21 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 18 | 0.231 | -222.9 |
| 2009 | BAL | AL | 30 | 89 | 6 | 23 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 16 | 0.258 | -36.3 |
| 2010 | NYY | AL | 9 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.400 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | NLDS2 | ARI | 3 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.400 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 474 | 396 | 3024 | 190 | 22 | 15 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | MIN | C | 48 | 40 | 266 | 13 | 6 | 0 |
| 2001 | ARI | C | 25 | 13 | 111 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | ARI | C | 35 | 31 | 310 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | ARI | C | 76 | 69 | 490 | 37 | 7 | 3 |
| 2004 | MIL | C | 100 | 92 | 718 | 46 | 1 | 4 |
| 2005 | MIL | C | 65 | 58 | 454 | 32 | 3 | 6 |
| 2006 | MIL | C | 29 | 25 | 192 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | CIN | C | 17 | 9 | 72 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | LAN | C | 7 | 2 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | NYA | C | 33 | 25 | 159 | 15 | 3 | 2 |
| 2008 | NYA | 1B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | NYA | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | BAL | C | 30 | 28 | 194 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | NYA | C | 9 | 4 | 33 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 474 |
| First Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | BAL | AL | $800,000 |
| 2007 | CIN | NL | $700,000 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | $700,000 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | $700,000 |
| 2004 | MIL | NL | $370,000 |
| 2003 | ARI | NL | $300,000 |
| 2002 | ARI | NL | $215,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,785,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 1994, 1995, 1996 |