Henry Rodriguez
Born: 11/8/1967 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1992-07-05 | Final Game: 2002-05-07
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Henry Anderson Rodriguez
Biography
Henry Rodriguez, born in 1967, was a professional baseball player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball during his career from 1992 to 2002. Primarily serving as a position player, Rodriguez played in 950 games and became known for his power-hitting prowess. Over his career, he accumulated 784 hits, including 160 home runs, and drove in 523 runs. His batting average stood at .259, reflecting his ability to contribute offensively in a league that was increasingly emphasizing power during the late 1990s.
Rodriguez's career also included a notable All-Star selection, showcasing his talent and recognition among peers. Although he was not primarily known for his speed, he managed to steal 10 bases, demonstrating versatility in his playing style. As a player who navigated the transition from the early 1990s into the more offensively charged environment of the late 90s and early 2000s, Rodriguez remains a significant figure in the annals of baseball history, remembered for his contributions to the teams he played for and his role in an era defined by both power hitters and evolving strategies on the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 950 | 3031 | 389 | 784 | 176 | 9 | 160 | 523 | 10 | 276 | 803 | 0.259 | 0.321 | 0.481 | 0.802 | 3143.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | LAD | NL | 53 | 146 | 11 | 32 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 8 | 30 | 0.219 | -433.9 |
| 1993 | LAD | NL | 76 | 176 | 20 | 39 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 23 | 1 | 11 | 39 | 0.222 | -308.5 |
| 1994 | LAD | NL | 104 | 306 | 33 | 82 | 14 | 2 | 8 | 49 | 0 | 17 | 58 | 0.268 | -481.4 |
| 1995 | LAD | NL | 21 | 80 | 6 | 21 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 0.263 | -145.1 |
| 1995 | WSN | NL | 24 | 58 | 7 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 0.207 | -145.1 |
| 1996 | WSN | NL | 145 | 532 | 81 | 147 | 42 | 1 | 36 | 103 | 2 | 37 | 160 | 0.276 | 1483.4 |
| 1997 | WSN | NL | 132 | 476 | 55 | 116 | 28 | 3 | 26 | 83 | 3 | 42 | 149 | 0.244 | 201.3 |
| 1998 | CHC | NL | 128 | 415 | 56 | 104 | 21 | 1 | 31 | 85 | 1 | 54 | 113 | 0.251 | 1134.8 |
| 1999 | CHC | NL | 130 | 447 | 72 | 136 | 29 | 0 | 26 | 87 | 2 | 56 | 113 | 0.304 | 1801.1 |
| 2000 | CHC | NL | 76 | 259 | 37 | 65 | 15 | 1 | 18 | 51 | 1 | 22 | 76 | 0.251 | 257.1 |
| 2000 | MIA | NL | 36 | 108 | 10 | 29 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 14 | 23 | 0.269 | 257.1 |
| 2001 | NYY | AL | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | WSN | NL | 20 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0.050 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.143 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | NLDS1 | CHN | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.143 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 96 | 68 | 661 | 49 | 5 | 43 |
| OF | 765 | 720 | 1192 | 43 | 25 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | LAN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | LAN | OF | 48 | 40 | 65 | 7 | 3 | 2 |
| 1993 | LAN | 1B | 13 | 4 | 70 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 1993 | LAN | OF | 48 | 38 | 57 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | LAN | 1B | 17 | 5 | 57 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 1994 | LAN | OF | 86 | 74 | 141 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1995 | LAN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | LAN | OF | 20 | 19 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | MON | 1B | 10 | 9 | 82 | 7 | 0 | 8 |
| 1995 | MON | OF | 8 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | MON | 1B | 51 | 48 | 426 | 28 | 5 | 28 |
| 1996 | MON | OF | 89 | 88 | 102 | 5 | 6 | 0 |
| 1997 | MON | 1B | 3 | 2 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 1997 | MON | OF | 126 | 124 | 198 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1998 | CHN | OF | 114 | 112 | 215 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 | CHN | OF | 122 | 121 | 222 | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| 2000 | CHN | OF | 70 | 68 | 110 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| 2000 | FLO | OF | 29 | 29 | 40 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | MON | OF | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 96 |
| Left Field | 680 |
| Right Field | 95 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Player of the Week | Week of 1996-04-27 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | MON | NL | $300,000 |
| 2001 | NYA | AL | $1,500,000 |
| 2000 | CHN | NL | $4,600,000 |
| 1999 | CHN | NL | $3,700,000 |
| 1998 | CHN | NL | $2,700,000 |
| 1997 | MON | NL | $2,300,000 |
| 1996 | MON | NL | $220,000 |
| 1995 | MON | NL | $210,000 |
| 1994 | LAN | NL | $177,000 |
| 1993 | LAN | NL | $136,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $15,843,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 17th | 9.0 | 392 | 0 |