Ramon Nivar
Born: 2/22/1980 in San Cristobal, San Cristóbal, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2003-07-30 | Final Game: 2005-06-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Ramon A. Nivar
Biography
Ramon Nivar, born in 1980, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2003 to 2005. Primarily serving as a position player, Nivar made his mark in Major League Baseball during a period characterized by high offensive production and the increasing influence of analytics in player evaluation. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 42 games, where he recorded 27 hits and drove in 12 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute to his team's offense despite a batting average of .223.
Known for his speed on the basepaths, Nivar accumulated 5 stolen bases during his time in the majors, reflecting his agility and potential as a disruptive force on the field. Although he did not hit any home runs, his contributions as a utility player included versatility and hustle, traits that endeared him to teammates and fans alike. Nivar's career, though brief, highlights the journey of many players in the mid-2000s who navigated a competitive landscape to leave their mark in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 121 | 13 | 27 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 12 | 5 | 4 | 19 | 0.223 | 0.258 | 0.264 | 0.522 | -490.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | TEX | AL | 28 | 90 | 9 | 19 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 0.211 | -490.8 |
| 2004 | TEX | AL | 7 | 18 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | BAL | AL | 7 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 36 | 32 | 92 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | TEX | OF | 26 | 23 | 70 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 2004 | TEX | OF | 6 | 6 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | BAL | OF | 4 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 36 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | TEX | AL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $300,000 | ||