Jesus Tavarez
Born: 3/26/1971 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1994-05-23 | Final Game: 1998-06-15
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Jesus Rafael Tavarez
Biography
Jesus Tavarez, born in 1971, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1994 to 1998. Primarily a position player, Tavarez played in a total of 228 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He was known for his speed on the bases, as evidenced by his 13 stolen bases, and provided valuable contributions to his teams with a career batting average of .239. Over his career, he recorded 101 hits, including 3 home runs and 33 runs batted in, showcasing his ability to make contact and contribute offensively.
Tavarez played during a transformative period in baseball, which was marked by a growing emphasis on offensive power and base running. Despite not being a star player, his versatility and work ethic allowed him to carve out a place in the league. His contributions, while modest in terms of raw statistics, reflected the important role of supportive players in a team's success. After his retirement on June 15, 1998, Tavarez's legacy remained as a reminder of the dedication and resilience found in the world of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 228 | 423 | 63 | 101 | 12 | 3 | 3 | 33 | 13 | 30 | 62 | 0.239 | 0.289 | 0.303 | 0.592 | -1387.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | MIA | NL | 17 | 39 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0.179 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | MIA | NL | 63 | 190 | 31 | 55 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 7 | 16 | 27 | 0.289 | -141.9 |
| 1996 | MIA | NL | 98 | 114 | 14 | 25 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 18 | 0.219 | -742.1 |
| 1997 | BOS | AL | 42 | 69 | 12 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.174 | -503.3 |
| 1998 | BAL | AL | 8 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 180 | 89 | 260 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | FLO | OF | 11 | 8 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | FLO | OF | 61 | 47 | 118 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 | FLO | OF | 65 | 13 | 58 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | BOS | OF | 35 | 18 | 49 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1998 | BAL | OF | 8 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 34 |
| Center Field | 113 |
| Right Field | 60 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | BOS | AL | $175,000 |
| 1996 | FLO | NL | $134,000 |
| 1995 | FLO | NL | $114,000 |
| 1994 | FLO | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $532,000 | ||