Ray Olmedo
Born: 5/31/1981 in Maracay, Aragua, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2003-05-25 | Final Game: 2012-10-03
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Rainer Gustavo Olmedo
Biography
Ray Olmedo, born in 1981, was a versatile position player who had a professional baseball career spanning from 2003 to 2012. Known for his defensive skills and speed on the basepaths, Olmedo played in a total of 218 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded 102 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 27 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .230. His ability to steal bases contributed to his overall value as a player, with a total of 6 stolen bases throughout his career.
Olmedo played during a dynamic era in baseball that saw a blend of traditional playing styles and the increasing emphasis on power hitting. While he may not have been a major offensive force, his contributions were significant in other aspects of the game, particularly in fielding and situational hitting. His journey through the majors reflects the experiences of many players of his time, showcasing the challenges and opportunities that shaped the landscape of baseball in the early 21st century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 218 | 444 | 53 | 102 | 18 | 2 | 2 | 27 | 6 | 26 | 90 | 0.230 | 0.273 | 0.293 | 0.566 | -1648.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | CIN | NL | 79 | 230 | 24 | 55 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 46 | 0.239 | -1130.8 |
| 2004 | CIN | NL | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | CIN | NL | 54 | 77 | 10 | 17 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 22 | 0.221 | -254.3 |
| 2006 | CIN | NL | 30 | 44 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0.205 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | TOR | AL | 27 | 51 | 6 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.216 | -263.6 |
| 2012 | CHW | AL | 20 | 41 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.244 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 56 | 30 | 82 | 95 | 4 | 22 |
| 3B | 15 | 5 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 96 | 57 | 98 | 203 | 17 | 43 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | CIN | 2B | 18 | 12 | 35 | 36 | 0 | 9 |
| 2003 | CIN | SS | 51 | 40 | 60 | 122 | 14 | 21 |
| 2004 | CIN | SS | 7 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | CIN | 2B | 31 | 12 | 38 | 40 | 2 | 9 |
| 2005 | CIN | SS | 5 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 2006 | CIN | 2B | 5 | 4 | 5 | 13 | 2 | 2 |
| 2006 | CIN | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | CIN | SS | 4 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| 2006 | CIN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | TOR | 3B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | TOR | SS | 24 | 12 | 24 | 60 | 1 | 15 |
| 2012 | CHA | 2B | 2 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 | CHA | 3B | 10 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | CHA | SS | 5 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 56 |
| Third Base | 15 |
| Shortstop | 96 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | CIN | NL | $322,000 |
| 2004 | CIN | NL | $322,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $644,000 | ||