Dioner Navarro
Born: 2/9/1984 in Caracas, Distrito Capital, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2004-09-07 | Final Game: 2016-09-30
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Dioner Favian Navarro
Biography
Dioner Navarro, born in 1984, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2004 to 2016. Primarily recognized as a catcher and versatile position player, Navarro played in 1,009 games and achieved notable success during his time in Major League Baseball. He compiled a career total of 802 hits, 77 home runs, and 367 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .250. Known for his solid defensive skills behind the plate, Navarro contributed to his teams not only with his offensive capabilities but also with his leadership on the field.
Navarro's most prominent season came in 2008 when he earned an All-Star selection, highlighting his emergence as one of the key players in the league. Over the course of his career, he demonstrated a balanced offensive approach, also stealing 14 bases, which showcased his agility and base-running instincts. Playing during an era marked by a mix of offensive explosion and evolving defensive strategies, Navarro left an indelible mark on the game before his retirement on September 30, 2016. His journey through various teams and his contributions to each franchise underscored his adaptability and dedication to the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1009 | 3207 | 322 | 802 | 142 | 6 | 77 | 367 | 14 | 265 | 518 | 0.250 | 0.309 | 0.370 | 0.679 | -4582.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | NYY | AL | 5 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.429 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | LAD | NL | 50 | 176 | 21 | 48 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 20 | 21 | 0.273 | -19.3 |
| 2006 | LAD | NL | 25 | 75 | 5 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 11 | 18 | 0.280 | 23.2 |
| 2006 | TBR | AL | 56 | 193 | 23 | 47 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 1 | 20 | 33 | 0.244 | 23.2 |
| 2007 | TBR | AL | 119 | 388 | 46 | 88 | 19 | 2 | 9 | 44 | 3 | 33 | 67 | 0.227 | -1294.9 |
| 2008 | TBR | AL | 120 | 427 | 43 | 126 | 27 | 0 | 7 | 54 | 0 | 34 | 49 | 0.295 | 113.4 |
| 2009 | TBR | AL | 115 | 376 | 38 | 82 | 15 | 0 | 8 | 32 | 5 | 18 | 51 | 0.218 | -1730.7 |
| 2010 | TBR | AL | 48 | 124 | 11 | 24 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 20 | 0.194 | -573.7 |
| 2011 | LAD | NL | 64 | 176 | 13 | 34 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 20 | 35 | 0.193 | -523.2 |
| 2012 | CIN | NL | 24 | 69 | 6 | 20 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0.290 | 19.4 |
| 2013 | CHC | NL | 89 | 240 | 31 | 72 | 7 | 0 | 13 | 34 | 0 | 23 | 36 | 0.300 | 912.8 |
| 2014 | TOR | AL | 139 | 481 | 40 | 132 | 22 | 0 | 12 | 69 | 3 | 32 | 76 | 0.274 | 112.1 |
| 2015 | TOR | AL | 54 | 171 | 17 | 42 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 20 | 0 | 17 | 29 | 0.246 | -177.5 |
| 2016 | CHW | AL | 85 | 271 | 25 | 57 | 13 | 2 | 6 | 32 | 1 | 20 | 63 | 0.210 | -965.5 |
| 2016 | TOR | AL | 16 | 33 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0.182 | -965.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 77 | 5 | 21 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 18 | 0.273 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | ALCS | TOR | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
| 2015 | ALDS2 | TOR | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 |
| 2015 | ALCS | TOR | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.000 |
| 2012 | NLDS2 | CIN | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 |
| 2008 | WS | TBA | 5 | 17 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.353 |
| 2008 | ALDS2 | TBA | 4 | 15 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0.400 |
| 2008 | ALCS | TBA | 7 | 26 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0.192 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 891 | 820 | 6113 | 422 | 67 | 54 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | NYA | C | 4 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | LAN | C | 50 | 49 | 336 | 29 | 2 | 1 |
| 2006 | LAN | C | 24 | 23 | 149 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 | TBA | C | 54 | 52 | 330 | 34 | 7 | 2 |
| 2007 | TBA | C | 112 | 110 | 814 | 67 | 14 | 11 |
| 2008 | TBA | C | 117 | 113 | 837 | 55 | 5 | 10 |
| 2009 | TBA | C | 113 | 105 | 732 | 47 | 5 | 7 |
| 2010 | TBA | C | 46 | 36 | 272 | 20 | 4 | 2 |
| 2011 | LAN | C | 54 | 46 | 421 | 27 | 7 | 5 |
| 2012 | CIN | C | 21 | 16 | 131 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | CHN | C | 55 | 53 | 425 | 36 | 5 | 7 |
| 2014 | TOR | C | 112 | 102 | 782 | 35 | 3 | 3 |
| 2015 | TOR | C | 39 | 34 | 242 | 20 | 4 | 3 |
| 2016 | CHA | C | 83 | 75 | 584 | 36 | 8 | 2 |
| 2016 | TOR | C | 7 | 5 | 49 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 891 |
| Designated Hitter | 41 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CHA | AL | $4,000,000 |
| 2015 | TOR | AL | $5,000,000 |
| 2014 | TOR | AL | $3,000,000 |
| 2013 | CHN | NL | $1,750,000 |
| 2011 | LAN | NL | $1,000,000 |
| 2010 | TBA | AL | $2,100,000 |
| 2009 | TBA | AL | $2,100,000 |
| 2008 | TBA | AL | $412,500 |
| 2007 | TBA | AL | $399,800 |
| 2006 | LAN | NL | $332,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $20,094,300 | ||