Matt Treanor
Born: 3/3/1976 in Garden Grove, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2004-06-02 | Final Game: 2012-09-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Matthew Aaron Treanor
Biography
Matt Treanor was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2004 to 2012. Born in 1976, he primarily played as a position player, showcasing his skills in the Major Leagues over the course of 468 games. Treanor was known for his defensive abilities behind the plate and provided valuable depth to the teams he played for, including the Florida Marlins, Texas Rangers, and Kansas City Royals.
Throughout his career, Treanor accumulated 281 hits and hit 18 home runs, finishing with a batting average of .221. He drove in 129 RBIs and added 5 stolen bases to his resume, demonstrating a modest level of offensive production. Despite the challenges of competing in an era marked by increasingly powerful hitters, Treanor's contributions as a reliable backup catcher and his knowledge of the game made him a respected figure in the clubhouse. His journey through the league provided insight into the life of a player who played a crucial role in supporting his teammates during his tenure in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 468 | 1272 | 120 | 281 | 45 | 4 | 18 | 129 | 5 | 147 | 286 | 0.221 | 0.313 | 0.305 | 0.618 | -3170.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | MIA | NL | 29 | 55 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 0.236 | -206.0 |
| 2005 | MIA | NL | 58 | 134 | 10 | 27 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 16 | 28 | 0.201 | -561.1 |
| 2006 | MIA | NL | 67 | 157 | 12 | 36 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 19 | 34 | 0.229 | -423.7 |
| 2007 | MIA | NL | 55 | 171 | 16 | 46 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 19 | 0 | 19 | 29 | 0.269 | 22.0 |
| 2008 | MIA | NL | 65 | 206 | 18 | 49 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 1 | 18 | 53 | 0.238 | -688.5 |
| 2009 | DET | AL | 4 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | TEX | AL | 82 | 237 | 22 | 50 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 27 | 1 | 22 | 43 | 0.211 | -793.8 |
| 2011 | KCR | AL | 65 | 186 | 24 | 42 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 2 | 33 | 49 | 0.226 | -137.2 |
| 2011 | TEX | AL | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.000 | -137.2 |
| 2012 | LAD | NL | 36 | 103 | 11 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 14 | 29 | 0.175 | -382.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0.200 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | WS | TEX | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2010 | ALDS1 | TEX | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2010 | ALCS | TEX | 2 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 453 | 383 | 2858 | 157 | 32 | 20 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | FLO | C | 27 | 14 | 117 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 | FLO | C | 55 | 41 | 309 | 14 | 5 | 4 |
| 2006 | FLO | C | 61 | 50 | 374 | 26 | 3 | 2 |
| 2007 | FLO | C | 53 | 50 | 385 | 16 | 3 | 2 |
| 2008 | FLO | C | 65 | 60 | 453 | 29 | 8 | 3 |
| 2009 | DET | C | 4 | 4 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | TEX | C | 81 | 67 | 512 | 21 | 3 | 1 |
| 2011 | KCA | C | 65 | 62 | 389 | 22 | 4 | 5 |
| 2011 | TEX | C | 7 | 2 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | LAN | C | 35 | 33 | 261 | 21 | 3 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 453 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | LAN | NL | $850,000 |
| 2011 | KCA | AL | $850,000 |
| 2009 | DET | AL | $750,000 |
| 2008 | FLO | NL | $705,000 |
| 2007 | FLO | NL | $380,000 |
| 2006 | FLO | NL | $327,000 |
| 2005 | FLO | NL | $316,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,178,000 | ||