Gregorio Petit
Born: 12/10/1984 in Ocumare del Tuy, Miranda, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2008-05-18 | Final Game: 2018-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Gregorio Jesus Petit
Biography
Gregorio Petit, born in 1984, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2008 until his retirement in 2018. Known for his versatility as a position player, Petit played in a total of 197 games throughout his career. He recorded 114 hits, including 4 home runs, and drove in 35 runs, finishing with a batting average of .249. His speed on the bases was evident in his 4 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively.
Petit played during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by a heightened emphasis on analytics and player performance metrics. While he may not have achieved the prominence of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for, including the Oakland Athletics and the Houston Astros, highlighted his reliability and adaptability on the field. Petit remains a respected figure within the baseball community, embodying the spirit of perseverance and dedication that defines the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 197 | 458 | 55 | 114 | 29 | 1 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 27 | 121 | 0.249 | 0.294 | 0.343 | 0.637 | -628.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | OAK | AL | 14 | 23 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.348 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | OAK | AL | 11 | 31 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | HOU | AL | 37 | 97 | 14 | 27 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 25 | 0.278 | 26.6 |
| 2015 | NYY | AL | 20 | 42 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | LAA | AL | 89 | 204 | 21 | 50 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 51 | 0.245 | -485.8 |
| 2018 | MIN | AL | 26 | 61 | 7 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 14 | 0.246 | -169.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 89 | 54 | 113 | 154 | 6 | 44 |
| 3B | 34 | 22 | 19 | 49 | 3 | 4 |
| OF | 7 | 5 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 68 | 50 | 71 | 153 | 9 | 36 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | OAK | 2B | 4 | 4 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | OAK | SS | 8 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 2 | 5 |
| 2009 | OAK | 2B | 8 | 4 | 14 | 15 | 1 | 5 |
| 2009 | OAK | 3B | 3 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | HOU | 2B | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | HOU | 3B | 12 | 9 | 9 | 16 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 | HOU | SS | 19 | 17 | 22 | 50 | 2 | 14 |
| 2015 | NYA | 2B | 13 | 11 | 24 | 27 | 1 | 10 |
| 2015 | NYA | 3B | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | LAA | 2B | 50 | 26 | 49 | 66 | 4 | 18 |
| 2016 | LAA | 3B | 10 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | LAA | SS | 32 | 26 | 31 | 78 | 3 | 13 |
| 2016 | LAA | OF | 7 | 5 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | MIN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | MIN | 2B | 10 | 8 | 17 | 28 | 0 | 9 |
| 2018 | MIN | 3B | 6 | 4 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 2 |
| 2018 | MIN | SS | 9 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 2 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 89 |
| Third Base | 34 |
| Shortstop | 68 |
| Left Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 12 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | NYA | AL | $510,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $510,000 | ||