Manny Ramirez
Born: 5/30/1972 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1993-09-02 | Final Game: 2011-04-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Manuel Aristides Ramirez
Biography
Manny Ramirez, born in 1972, was a formidable presence in Major League Baseball from 1993 until his retirement in 2011. He played primarily as a position player and is best known for his powerful hitting and keen ability to drive in runs. Over the course of his illustrious career, Ramirez amassed impressive statistics, appearing in 2,302 games and recording 2,574 hits. His offensive prowess was highlighted by 555 home runs and 1,831 RBIs, contributing to a remarkable career batting average of .312. Additionally, he showcased speed on the bases, finishing his career with 38 stolen bases.
Ramirez was a key figure in the evolution of hitting during the late 1990s and early 2000s, a period marked by offensive explosions in baseball. His career was punctuated by significant achievements, including being selected as an All-Star 12 times and earning the World Series MVP award. Renowned for his unique batting style and magnetic personality, Ramirez left an indelible mark on the game, becoming one of the most recognizable figures in baseball history. His legacy continues to influence aspiring hitters and fans alike, as he remains a symbol of offensive excellence in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2302 | 8244 | 1544 | 2574 | 547 | 20 | 555 | 1831 | 38 | 1329 | 1813 | 0.312 | 0.411 | 0.585 | 0.996 | 56616.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CLE | AL | 22 | 53 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.170 | -293.7 |
| 1994 | CLE | AL | 91 | 290 | 51 | 78 | 22 | 0 | 17 | 60 | 4 | 42 | 72 | 0.269 | 830.1 |
| 1995 | CLE | AL | 137 | 484 | 85 | 149 | 26 | 1 | 31 | 107 | 6 | 75 | 112 | 0.308 | 2882.8 |
| 1996 | CLE | AL | 152 | 550 | 94 | 170 | 45 | 3 | 33 | 112 | 8 | 85 | 104 | 0.309 | 3321.6 |
| 1997 | CLE | AL | 150 | 561 | 99 | 184 | 40 | 0 | 26 | 88 | 2 | 79 | 115 | 0.328 | 3338.0 |
| 1998 | CLE | AL | 150 | 571 | 108 | 168 | 35 | 2 | 45 | 145 | 5 | 76 | 121 | 0.294 | 3454.8 |
| 1999 | CLE | AL | 147 | 522 | 131 | 174 | 34 | 3 | 44 | 165 | 2 | 96 | 131 | 0.333 | 5009.4 |
| 2000 | CLE | AL | 118 | 439 | 92 | 154 | 34 | 2 | 38 | 122 | 1 | 86 | 117 | 0.351 | 4575.2 |
| 2001 | BOS | AL | 142 | 529 | 93 | 162 | 33 | 2 | 41 | 125 | 0 | 81 | 147 | 0.306 | 3904.2 |
| 2002 | BOS | AL | 120 | 436 | 84 | 152 | 31 | 0 | 33 | 107 | 0 | 73 | 85 | 0.349 | 4374.0 |
| 2003 | BOS | AL | 154 | 569 | 117 | 185 | 36 | 1 | 37 | 104 | 3 | 97 | 94 | 0.325 | 4508.4 |
| 2004 | BOS | AL | 152 | 568 | 108 | 175 | 44 | 0 | 43 | 130 | 2 | 82 | 124 | 0.308 | 3974.8 |
| 2005 | BOS | AL | 152 | 554 | 112 | 162 | 30 | 1 | 45 | 144 | 1 | 80 | 119 | 0.292 | 3724.6 |
| 2006 | BOS | AL | 130 | 449 | 79 | 144 | 27 | 1 | 35 | 102 | 0 | 100 | 102 | 0.321 | 3866.4 |
| 2007 | BOS | AL | 133 | 483 | 84 | 143 | 33 | 1 | 20 | 88 | 0 | 71 | 92 | 0.296 | 1765.9 |
| 2008 | BOS | AL | 100 | 365 | 66 | 109 | 22 | 1 | 20 | 68 | 1 | 52 | 86 | 0.299 | 1845.0 |
| 2008 | LAD | NL | 53 | 187 | 36 | 74 | 14 | 0 | 17 | 53 | 2 | 35 | 38 | 0.396 | 1845.0 |
| 2009 | LAD | NL | 104 | 352 | 62 | 102 | 24 | 2 | 19 | 63 | 0 | 71 | 81 | 0.290 | 2109.2 |
| 2010 | CHW | AL | 24 | 69 | 6 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 23 | 0.261 | 136.7 |
| 2010 | LAD | NL | 66 | 196 | 32 | 61 | 15 | 0 | 8 | 40 | 1 | 32 | 38 | 0.311 | 136.7 |
| 2011 | TBR | AL | 5 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.059 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | 410 | 67 | 117 | 19 | 0 | 29 | 78 | 72 | 91 | 0.285 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | NLDS1 | LAN | 3 | 13 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0.308 |
| 2009 | NLCS | LAN | 5 | 19 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.263 |
| 2008 | NLDS1 | LAN | 3 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 0.500 |
| 2008 | NLCS | LAN | 5 | 15 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 0.533 |
| 2007 | WS | BOS | 4 | 16 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0.250 |
| 2007 | ALDS1 | BOS | 3 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 0.375 |
| 2007 | ALCS | BOS | 7 | 22 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 9 | 5 | 0.409 |
| 2005 | ALDS1 | BOS | 3 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0.300 |
| 2004 | ALCS | BOS | 7 | 30 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0.300 |
| 2004 | ALDS1 | BOS | 3 | 13 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 0.385 |
| 2004 | WS | BOS | 4 | 17 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 0.412 |
| 2003 | ALDS2 | BOS | 5 | 20 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 0.200 |
| 2003 | ALCS | BOS | 7 | 29 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0.310 |
| 1999 | ALDS1 | CLE | 5 | 18 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 0.056 |
| 1998 | ALCS | CLE | 6 | 21 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 0.333 |
| 1998 | ALDS1 | CLE | 4 | 14 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0.357 |
| 1997 | ALDS1 | CLE | 5 | 21 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0.143 |
| 1997 | ALCS | CLE | 6 | 21 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 0.286 |
| 1997 | WS | CLE | 7 | 26 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 0.154 |
| 1996 | ALDS1 | CLE | 4 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.375 |
| 1995 | WS | CLE | 6 | 18 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 0.222 |
| 1995 | ALCS | CLE | 6 | 21 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 0.286 |
| 1995 | ALDS1 | CLE | 3 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1939 | 1921 | 3206 | 129 | 75 | 18 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CLE | OF | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | CLE | OF | 84 | 79 | 150 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| 1995 | CLE | OF | 131 | 129 | 220 | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| 1996 | CLE | OF | 149 | 146 | 272 | 19 | 9 | 4 |
| 1997 | CLE | OF | 146 | 145 | 259 | 10 | 7 | 2 |
| 1998 | CLE | OF | 148 | 147 | 291 | 10 | 7 | 1 |
| 1999 | CLE | OF | 146 | 144 | 267 | 7 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000 | CLE | OF | 93 | 93 | 134 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| 2001 | BOS | OF | 55 | 55 | 98 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | BOS | OF | 68 | 68 | 110 | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| 2003 | BOS | OF | 128 | 126 | 207 | 11 | 4 | 1 |
| 2004 | BOS | OF | 132 | 132 | 198 | 4 | 7 | 0 |
| 2005 | BOS | OF | 149 | 147 | 243 | 17 | 7 | 0 |
| 2006 | BOS | OF | 123 | 123 | 175 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| 2007 | BOS | OF | 120 | 120 | 182 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 | BOS | OF | 66 | 66 | 99 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| 2008 | LAN | OF | 53 | 53 | 91 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 | LAN | OF | 101 | 99 | 139 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| 2010 | LAN | OF | 46 | 48 | 68 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 1037 |
| Right Field | 904 |
| Designated Hitter | 332 |
Awards & Honors
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | TBA | AL | $2,020,000 |
| 2010 | LAN | NL | $18,695,006 |
| 2009 | LAN | NL | $23,854,494 |
| 2008 | BOS | AL | $18,929,923 |
| 2007 | BOS | AL | $17,016,381 |
| 2006 | BOS | AL | $18,279,238 |
| 2005 | BOS | AL | $22,000,000 |
| 2004 | BOS | AL | $22,500,000 |
| 2003 | BOS | AL | $20,000,000 |
| 2002 | BOS | AL | $15,462,727 |
| 2001 | BOS | AL | $13,050,000 |
| 2000 | CLE | AL | $4,250,000 |
| 1999 | CLE | AL | $4,350,000 |
| 1998 | CLE | AL | $2,850,000 |
| 1997 | CLE | AL | $2,100,000 |
| 1996 | CLE | AL | $1,100,000 |
| 1995 | CLE | AL | $150,000 |
| 1994 | CLE | AL | $111,000 |
| 1993 | CLE | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $206,827,769 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 4th | 138.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2006 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 18th | 6.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 2005 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 4th | 156.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 2004 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 3rd | 238.0 | 392 | 1 |
| 2003 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 6th | 100.0 | 392 | 1 |
| 2002 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 9th | 39.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 2001 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 9th | 50.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 2000 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 6th | 97.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1999 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 3rd | 226.0 | 392 | 4 |
| 1998 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 6th | 127.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1995 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 12th | 30.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1994 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 2nd | 44.0 | 140 | 0 |