Seth Smith
Born: 9/30/1982 in Jackson, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 2007-09-16 | Final Game: 2017-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Garry Seth Smith
Biography
Seth Smith was a professional baseball player born in 1982 who had a notable career spanning from 2007 to 2017. Primarily recognized as a position player, Smith played a total of 1,249 games in Major League Baseball, where he showcased his versatility and offensive capabilities. Over the course of his career, he accumulated 934 hits, 126 home runs, and 458 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .261. His ability to contribute both as a power hitter and a reliable presence in the lineup made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for.
Smith's playing style was characterized by a keen eye at the plate and a disciplined approach to hitting, which allowed him to draw walks and maintain a solid on-base presence. He also added a measure of speed to his game, recording 22 stolen bases throughout his career. As a part of the evolving landscape of Major League Baseball in the 2000s and 2010s, Smith's performance reflected the growing emphasis on offensive production and the importance of multi-dimensional players in the era. After retiring in 2017, he left behind a legacy as a consistent contributor and a respected teammate within the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1249 | 3582 | 525 | 934 | 224 | 31 | 126 | 458 | 22 | 431 | 797 | 0.261 | 0.344 | 0.446 | 0.790 | 6318.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | COL | NL | 7 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.625 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | COL | NL | 67 | 108 | 13 | 28 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 1 | 15 | 23 | 0.259 | 116.6 |
| 2009 | COL | NL | 133 | 335 | 61 | 98 | 20 | 4 | 15 | 55 | 4 | 46 | 67 | 0.293 | 1300.3 |
| 2010 | COL | NL | 133 | 358 | 55 | 88 | 19 | 5 | 17 | 52 | 2 | 35 | 67 | 0.246 | 426.2 |
| 2011 | COL | NL | 147 | 476 | 67 | 135 | 32 | 9 | 15 | 59 | 10 | 46 | 93 | 0.284 | 1354.8 |
| 2012 | OAK | AL | 125 | 383 | 55 | 92 | 23 | 2 | 14 | 52 | 2 | 50 | 98 | 0.240 | 372.4 |
| 2013 | OAK | AL | 117 | 368 | 49 | 93 | 27 | 0 | 8 | 40 | 0 | 39 | 94 | 0.253 | 128.8 |
| 2014 | SDP | NL | 136 | 443 | 55 | 118 | 31 | 5 | 12 | 48 | 1 | 69 | 87 | 0.266 | 1489.3 |
| 2015 | SEA | AL | 136 | 395 | 54 | 98 | 31 | 5 | 12 | 42 | 0 | 47 | 99 | 0.248 | 534.9 |
| 2016 | SEA | AL | 137 | 378 | 62 | 94 | 15 | 0 | 16 | 63 | 0 | 48 | 89 | 0.249 | 322.5 |
| 2017 | BAL | AL | 111 | 330 | 50 | 85 | 19 | 0 | 13 | 32 | 2 | 36 | 79 | 0.258 | 272.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 42 | 6 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 0.262 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | ALDS2 | OAK | 4 | 16 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0.312 |
| 2012 | ALDS2 | OAK | 5 | 15 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0.133 |
| 2009 | NLDS2 | COL | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.200 |
| 2007 | NLCS | COL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
| 2007 | WS | COL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 |
| 2007 | NLDS2 | COL | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 903 | 787 | 1454 | 40 | 15 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | COL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | COL | OF | 28 | 19 | 42 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | COL | OF | 86 | 76 | 135 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 2010 | COL | OF | 101 | 82 | 155 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| 2011 | COL | OF | 129 | 119 | 216 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2012 | OAK | OF | 66 | 58 | 115 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | OAK | OF | 58 | 51 | 114 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | SDN | OF | 124 | 118 | 219 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 | SEA | OF | 110 | 91 | 163 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 | SEA | OF | 109 | 91 | 155 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | BAL | OF | 91 | 82 | 140 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 511 |
| Center Field | 9 |
| Right Field | 429 |
| Designated Hitter | 151 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Player of the Week | Week of 2014-05-11 |
| 2009 | Player of the Week | Week of 2009-09-07 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | SEA | AL | $6,750,000 |
| 2015 | SEA | AL | $6,000,000 |
| 2014 | SDN | NL | $4,500,000 |
| 2013 | OAK | AL | $3,675,000 |
| 2012 | OAK | AL | $2,415,000 |
| 2011 | COL | NL | $429,000 |
| 2010 | COL | NL | $407,000 |
| 2009 | COL | NL | $403,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $24,579,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mississippi | Oxford | MS | 2002, 2003, 2004 |