Daniel Nava
Born: 2/22/1983 in Redwood City, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2010-06-12 | Final Game: 2017-09-03
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Daniel James Nava
Biography
Daniel Nava was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2010 to 2017. Born in 1983, Nava played primarily as a position player and appeared in a total of 589 games throughout his career. He was known for his versatile hitting ability and contributions to various teams, including the Boston Red Sox, where he gained prominence. Nava finished his career with 452 hits, 29 home runs, and 206 RBIs, maintaining a batting average of .266.
Nava's journey to the majors was notable; he was an undrafted free agent who worked his way through the minor leagues, ultimately showcasing his talent in the big leagues. In addition to his offensive contributions, he demonstrated speed on the bases, recording 10 stolen bases over his career. His ability to perform in crucial moments, particularly during the Red Sox's 2013 championship season, solidified his reputation as a reliable player in the league. Nava's story and success in overcoming obstacles resonated with fans, making him a memorable figure in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 589 | 1701 | 224 | 452 | 103 | 2 | 29 | 206 | 10 | 196 | 387 | 0.266 | 0.357 | 0.380 | 0.737 | 1777.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | BOS | AL | 60 | 161 | 23 | 39 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 1 | 19 | 46 | 0.242 | 11.1 |
| 2012 | BOS | AL | 88 | 267 | 38 | 65 | 21 | 0 | 6 | 33 | 3 | 37 | 63 | 0.243 | 253.6 |
| 2013 | BOS | AL | 134 | 458 | 77 | 139 | 29 | 0 | 12 | 66 | 0 | 51 | 93 | 0.303 | 1679.7 |
| 2014 | BOS | AL | 113 | 363 | 41 | 98 | 21 | 0 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 33 | 81 | 0.270 | 207.2 |
| 2015 | BOS | AL | 29 | 66 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 17 | 0.152 | -408.7 |
| 2015 | TBR | AL | 31 | 73 | 7 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 12 | 19 | 0.233 | -408.7 |
| 2016 | KCR | AL | 9 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | LAA | AL | 45 | 119 | 10 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 9 | 26 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | PHI | NL | 80 | 183 | 21 | 55 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 21 | 1 | 26 | 38 | 0.301 | 398.1 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 25 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 0.200 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | WS | BOS | 5 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.143 |
| 2013 | ALCS | BOS | 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.333 |
| 2013 | ALDS1 | BOS | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 53 | 24 | 219 | 18 | 3 | 19 |
| OF | 484 | 405 | 736 | 30 | 9 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | BOS | OF | 54 | 44 | 65 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | BOS | OF | 79 | 68 | 111 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | BOS | 1B | 19 | 8 | 63 | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| 2013 | BOS | OF | 120 | 108 | 181 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 | BOS | 1B | 11 | 6 | 51 | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| 2014 | BOS | OF | 100 | 88 | 178 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
| 2015 | BOS | 1B | 6 | 5 | 47 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 2015 | BOS | OF | 21 | 13 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | TBA | 1B | 7 | 3 | 28 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 | TBA | OF | 24 | 15 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | KCA | 1B | 6 | 1 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | LAA | OF | 37 | 32 | 62 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | PHI | 1B | 4 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | PHI | OF | 49 | 37 | 79 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 53 |
| Left Field | 322 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 187 |
| Designated Hitter | 16 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | LAA | AL | $1,375,000 |
| 2015 | BOS | AL | $1,850,000 |
| 2014 | BOS | AL | $556,500 |
| 2013 | BOS | AL | $505,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,287,000 | ||