Chad Mottola
Born: 10/15/1971 in Augusta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-04-23 | Final Game: 2006-07-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Charles Edward Mottola
Biography
Chad Mottola was a professional baseball player born in 1971, who played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1996 until 2006. Over the course of his career, Mottola appeared in 59 games, showcasing his skills at the plate with a total of 25 hits, including 4 home runs and 12 RBIs. His batting average finished at 0.2, and he also contributed to his teams with 2 stolen bases.
Mottola's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, as the sport began to shift towards a greater emphasis on power hitting and offensive production. While he may not have reached the heights of some contemporaries, Mottola's tenacity and versatility allowed him to carve out a place in the league. His journey through the major leagues serves as a testament to the dedication and resilience required to succeed at the highest levels of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | 125 | 17 | 25 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 28 | 0.200 | 0.263 | 0.344 | 0.607 | -247.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | CIN | NL | 35 | 79 | 10 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 0.215 | -247.6 |
| 2000 | TOR | AL | 3 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | MIA | NL | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | BAL | AL | 6 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | TOR | AL | 10 | 16 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 49 | 32 | 65 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | CIN | OF | 31 | 23 | 42 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | TOR | OF | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | FLO | OF | 5 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | BAL | OF | 5 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | TOR | OF | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 8 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 41 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Central Florida | Orlando | FL | 1990, 1991, 1992 |