Pete Orr
Born: 6/8/1979 in Richmond Hill, ON, CAN
MLB Debut: 2005-04-05 | Final Game: 2013-09-26
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Peterson Thomas Gordon Orr
Biography
Pete Orr, born in 1979, was a versatile position player who had a professional baseball career spanning from 2005 to 2013. Over the course of his career, he played in 443 games, primarily as an infielder and outfielder. Orr was known for his speed on the bases, finishing his career with 19 stolen bases. He recorded a total of 177 hits, contributing to a batting average of .257. His offensive contributions included 3 home runs and 46 RBIs, showcasing his ability to both get on base and drive in runs when needed.
Orr's playing career unfolded during a time when baseball was experiencing significant changes, with an increasing emphasis on athleticism and versatility among players. While he may not have been a superstar, Orr carved out a respectable niche for himself, often contributing to his teams with his reliable defense and speed. His journey through the major leagues reflected the evolving nature of the game in the early 21st century, highlighting the importance of role players in a competitive sport increasingly dominated by power hitters and specialized pitchers.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 443 | 689 | 94 | 177 | 24 | 8 | 3 | 46 | 19 | 28 | 143 | 0.257 | 0.289 | 0.328 | 0.617 | -2149.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | ATL | NL | 112 | 150 | 32 | 45 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 23 | 0.300 | -124.4 |
| 2006 | ATL | NL | 102 | 154 | 22 | 39 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 30 | 0.253 | -616.9 |
| 2007 | ATL | NL | 57 | 65 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 0.200 | -475.9 |
| 2008 | WAS | NL | 49 | 75 | 10 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 16 | 0.253 | -288.8 |
| 2009 | WAS | NL | 27 | 75 | 5 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 15 | 0.253 | -270.4 |
| 2011 | PHI | NL | 46 | 96 | 7 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 19 | 0.219 | -412.1 |
| 2012 | PHI | NL | 35 | 54 | 6 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 18 | 0.315 | 39.3 |
| 2013 | PHI | NL | 15 | 20 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | NLDS2 | ATL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 128 | 80 | 177 | 265 | 13 | 62 |
| 3B | 57 | 28 | 20 | 74 | 5 | 5 |
| OF | 9 | 6 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 9 | 4 | 9 | 10 | 2 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | ATL | 2B | 25 | 14 | 35 | 57 | 5 | 11 |
| 2005 | ATL | 3B | 12 | 3 | 2 | 14 | 1 | 3 |
| 2005 | ATL | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | ATL | OF | 3 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | ATL | 2B | 32 | 16 | 31 | 63 | 0 | 12 |
| 2006 | ATL | 3B | 10 | 7 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 | ATL | 2B | 4 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2007 | ATL | 3B | 14 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 | ATL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | WAS | 2B | 7 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 1 | 2 |
| 2008 | WAS | 3B | 8 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | WAS | SS | 8 | 4 | 9 | 10 | 2 | 4 |
| 2008 | WAS | OF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | WAS | 2B | 18 | 15 | 31 | 51 | 2 | 15 |
| 2009 | WAS | 3B | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 | WAS | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | PHI | 2B | 29 | 22 | 51 | 61 | 2 | 16 |
| 2011 | PHI | 3B | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | PHI | 2B | 13 | 9 | 12 | 20 | 3 | 4 |
| 2012 | PHI | 3B | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | PHI | 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | PHI | OF | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 128 |
| Third Base | 57 |
| Shortstop | 9 |
| Left Field | 8 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | PHI | NL | $600,000 |
| 2011 | PHI | NL | $600,000 |
| 2007 | ATL | NL | $400,000 |
| 2006 | ATL | NL | $340,000 |
| 2005 | ATL | NL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,240,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galveston College | Galveston | TX | 1999 |