Alex Ochoa
Born: 3/29/1972 in Miami Lakes, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-09-18 | Final Game: 2002-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Biography
Alex Ochoa, born in 1972, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1995 to 2002. Primarily known as a position player, Ochoa left a significant mark in Major League Baseball over the course of 807 games. He compiled a respectable batting average of .279, showcasing his ability to consistently get on base and contribute offensively. Throughout his career, Ochoa recorded 597 hits, including 46 home runs and 261 RBIs, highlighting his power and run-producing capabilities. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the bases, amassing 56 stolen bases.
Ochoa played during a transformative period in baseball, with the late 1990s and early 2000s characterized by offensive explosions and increased home run totals across the league. His versatility as a player allowed him to adapt to various roles on the field, which contributed to his longevity in the game. While he may not have reached the heights of some contemporaries, Ochoa's contributions as a solid hitter and capable fielder solidified his place in the history of the teams he represented. His career reflects the evolving nature of baseball during a time of both challenge and change within the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 807 | 2143 | 320 | 597 | 131 | 19 | 46 | 261 | 56 | 203 | 288 | 0.279 | 0.344 | 0.422 | 0.766 | 305.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | NYN | NL | 11 | 37 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 0.297 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | NYN | NL | 82 | 282 | 37 | 83 | 19 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 17 | 30 | 0.294 | -103.2 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | 113 | 238 | 31 | 58 | 14 | 1 | 3 | 22 | 3 | 18 | 32 | 0.244 | -700.0 |
| 1998 | MIN | AL | 94 | 249 | 35 | 64 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 25 | 6 | 10 | 35 | 0.257 | -759.6 |
| 1999 | MIL | NL | 119 | 277 | 47 | 83 | 16 | 3 | 8 | 40 | 6 | 45 | 43 | 0.300 | 824.5 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | 118 | 244 | 50 | 77 | 21 | 3 | 13 | 58 | 9 | 24 | 27 | 0.316 | 1099.9 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | 90 | 349 | 48 | 101 | 20 | 4 | 7 | 35 | 12 | 24 | 53 | 0.289 | 38.1 |
| 2001 | COL | NL | 58 | 187 | 25 | 47 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 21 | 23 | 0.251 | 38.1 |
| 2002 | LAA | AL | 37 | 65 | 8 | 18 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 10 | 5 | 0.277 | 169.9 |
| 2002 | MIL | NL | 85 | 215 | 32 | 55 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 21 | 8 | 32 | 30 | 0.256 | 169.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | WS | ANA | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2002 | ALDS1 | ANA | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2002 | ALCS | ANA | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 673 | 506 | 1072 | 52 | 22 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | NYN | OF | 10 | 9 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | NYN | OF | 76 | 72 | 135 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| 1997 | NYN | OF | 88 | 54 | 104 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| 1998 | MIN | OF | 74 | 59 | 117 | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| 1999 | MIL | OF | 85 | 64 | 133 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 2000 | CIN | OF | 95 | 49 | 125 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 | CIN | OF | 85 | 84 | 176 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| 2001 | COL | OF | 52 | 47 | 90 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| 2002 | ANA | OF | 36 | 15 | 37 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 | MIL | OF | 72 | 53 | 135 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 206 |
| Center Field | 24 |
| Right Field | 488 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Player of the Week | Week of 2000-09-16 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | MIL | NL | $2,750,000 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | $1,600,000 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | $862,500 |
| 1999 | MIL | NL | $245,000 |
| 1998 | MIN | AL | $182,500 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | $152,000 |
| 1996 | NYN | NL | $109,000 |
| 1995 | NYN | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,010,000 | ||