Timo Perez
Born: 4/8/1975 in Bani, Peravia, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2000-09-01 | Final Game: 2007-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Timoniel Perez
Biography
Timo Perez, born in 1975, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2000 to 2007. Primarily playing as an outfielder, Perez appeared in 603 games over the course of his career, showcasing a blend of speed and contact hitting. He finished with a respectable batting average of .269, totaling 449 hits, 26 home runs, and 185 RBIs. Known for his agility on the bases, he also contributed 23 stolen bases, demonstrating his ability to not only get on base but to also advance when opportunities arose.
During his career, Perez played for teams including the New York Mets and the St. Louis Cardinals, where he developed a reputation as a reliable player who could step up in crucial moments. His tenure in the early 2000s placed him in a transitional era of baseball, as the game was increasingly focusing on power hitting and analytics. While not a superstar, Perez's contributions were significant in supporting his teams and earning a place in the hearts of fans. His journey through Major League Baseball reflects the dedication and spirit of a player who thrived in the competitive environment of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 603 | 1671 | 187 | 449 | 91 | 10 | 26 | 185 | 23 | 92 | 159 | 0.269 | 0.308 | 0.382 | 0.690 | -3035.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | NYN | NL | 24 | 49 | 11 | 14 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 0.286 | 2.4 |
| 2001 | NYN | NL | 85 | 239 | 26 | 59 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 22 | 1 | 12 | 25 | 0.247 | -714.8 |
| 2002 | NYN | NL | 136 | 444 | 52 | 131 | 27 | 6 | 8 | 47 | 10 | 23 | 36 | 0.295 | 141.2 |
| 2003 | NYN | NL | 127 | 346 | 32 | 93 | 21 | 0 | 4 | 42 | 5 | 18 | 29 | 0.269 | -945.1 |
| 2004 | CHW | AL | 103 | 293 | 38 | 72 | 12 | 0 | 5 | 40 | 3 | 15 | 29 | 0.246 | -1083.8 |
| 2005 | CHW | AL | 76 | 179 | 13 | 39 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 2 | 12 | 25 | 0.218 | -846.0 |
| 2006 | STL | NL | 23 | 31 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.194 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | DET | AL | 29 | 90 | 12 | 35 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 0.389 | 411.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 58 | 11 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 0.241 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | ALDS1 | CHA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2005 | WS | CHA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2000 | NLCS | NYN | 5 | 23 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.304 |
| 2000 | WS | NYN | 5 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.125 |
| 2000 | NLDS2 | NYN | 4 | 17 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0.294 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| OF | 479 | 385 | 864 | 37 | 16 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | NYN | OF | 19 | 10 | 30 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | NYN | OF | 73 | 54 | 128 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | NYN | OF | 122 | 107 | 266 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| 2003 | NYN | OF | 104 | 85 | 180 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 2004 | CHA | OF | 80 | 69 | 135 | 8 | 2 | 4 |
| 2005 | CHA | 1B | 2 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 | CHA | OF | 50 | 35 | 75 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 | SLN | OF | 7 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | DET | OF | 24 | 22 | 44 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 159 |
| Center Field | 184 |
| Right Field | 179 |
| Designated Hitter | 20 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | CHA | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 2004 | CHA | AL | $850,000 |
| 2003 | NYN | NL | $312,500 |
| 2001 | NYN | NL | $205,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,367,500 | ||