Eric Munson, baseball player, 2000-2009

Eric Munson

Born: 10/3/1977 in San Diego, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2000-07-18 | Final Game: 2009-09-21

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Eric Walter Munson

Biography

Eric Munson was a professional baseball player born in 1977, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2000 to 2009. Over the course of his career, Munson appeared in 361 games, during which he accumulated 226 hits, 49 home runs, and 147 runs batted in (RBIs). His batting average stood at .214, and he successfully stole four bases, showcasing his ability to contribute both power and speed on the field. Munson was drafted in the first round of the 1999 MLB Draft and quickly made his way to the majors, debuting with the Detroit Tigers. He played during a transitional period in baseball, where teams began to increasingly value power hitting. Although his batting average reflected the challenges he faced at the plate, Munson's ability to hit home runs made him a notable presence in the lineup. He played for several teams throughout his career, leaving behind a legacy that highlighted the struggles and successes of a player navigating the complexities of professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
361 1056 97 226 37 3 49 147 4 104 234 0.214 0.289 0.394 0.683 -1897.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 34 24 230 18 3 24
3B 187 176 120 328 35 30
C 81 66 412 24 3 4
OF 1 0 1 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 81
First Base 34
Third Base 187
Left Field 1
Designated Hitter 29

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2006 HOU NL $350,000
2004 DET AL $1,487,500
2003 DET AL $1,700,000
Total Career Earnings $3,537,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Southern California Los Angeles CA 1997, 1998, 1999