Michael Restovich
Born: 1/3/1979 in Rochester, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-09-18 | Final Game: 2007-05-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 240 lbs
Full name: Michael Jerome Restovich
Biography
Michael Restovich was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 2002 to 2007. Born in 1979, Restovich made his Major League Baseball debut on September 18, 2002, and concluded his playing career on May 5, 2007. Over the course of his career, he participated in 152 games, showcasing his skills primarily as an outfielder.
During his time in the league, Restovich recorded 64 hits, with an overall batting average of .239. He contributed to his teams by hitting 6 home runs and driving in 21 runs while also stealing 1 base. Although he played during a competitive era of baseball characterized by power hitters and evolving offensive strategies, Restovich’s tenure in the majors was marked by moments of determination and resilience. His journey through the sport reflects the challenges faced by many players striving to make their mark in a league that constantly evolves.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 152 | 268 | 37 | 64 | 13 | 3 | 6 | 21 | 1 | 28 | 68 | 0.239 | 0.313 | 0.377 | 0.690 | -140.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | MIN | AL | 8 | 13 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | MIN | AL | 24 | 53 | 10 | 15 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 10 | 12 | 0.283 | 115.2 |
| 2004 | MIN | AL | 29 | 47 | 9 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0.255 | -7.7 |
| 2005 | COL | NL | 14 | 31 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.290 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | PIT | NL | 52 | 84 | 10 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 24 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | CHC | NL | 10 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | WAS | NL | 15 | 28 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 91 | 55 | 125 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | MIN | OF | 5 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | MIN | OF | 17 | 13 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | MIN | OF | 19 | 9 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | COL | OF | 8 | 8 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | PIT | OF | 31 | 17 | 39 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | CHN | OF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | WAS | OF | 8 | 6 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 41 |
| Right Field | 53 |
| Designated Hitter | 14 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | TBA | AL | $318,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $318,500 | ||