Chris Truby
Born: 12/9/1973 in Palm Springs, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-06-16 | Final Game: 2003-05-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Christopher John Truby
Biography
Chris Truby, born in 1973, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2000 to 2003. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 263 games, recording 189 hits and hitting 23 home runs. Truby also drove in 107 runs and maintained a batting average of .231, showcasing his contributions to the teams he played for during the early 2000s era of baseball.
Truby's career was marked by his versatility and reliable defense, which allowed him to find a role on multiple big league rosters, particularly with the Detroit Tigers and the Houston Astros. His ability to play various infield positions made him a valuable asset for teams seeking depth and experience. Although his offensive numbers may not have placed him among the most prominent stars of his time, Truby's work ethic and tenacity on the field left a lasting impression on teammates and fans alike. He retired from professional baseball on May 7, 2003, leaving behind a legacy of dedication to the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 263 | 819 | 78 | 189 | 42 | 9 | 23 | 107 | 5 | 38 | 205 | 0.231 | 0.269 | 0.388 | 0.657 | -2453.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | HOU | NL | 78 | 258 | 28 | 67 | 15 | 4 | 11 | 59 | 2 | 10 | 56 | 0.260 | -221.4 |
| 2001 | HOU | NL | 48 | 136 | 11 | 28 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 23 | 1 | 13 | 38 | 0.206 | -187.6 |
| 2002 | DET | AL | 89 | 277 | 23 | 55 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 71 | 0.199 | -1898.6 |
| 2002 | WSN | NL | 35 | 105 | 12 | 27 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 27 | 0.257 | -1898.6 |
| 2003 | TBR | AL | 13 | 43 | 4 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0.279 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | NLDS1 | HOU | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 3B | 242 | 221 | 161 | 441 | 37 | 49 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | HOU | 3B | 74 | 67 | 51 | 125 | 14 | 15 |
| 2001 | HOU | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | HOU | 3B | 35 | 33 | 17 | 55 | 6 | 4 |
| 2002 | DET | 3B | 89 | 83 | 71 | 181 | 11 | 22 |
| 2002 | MON | 1B | 2 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2002 | MON | 3B | 31 | 25 | 13 | 48 | 5 | 4 |
| 2002 | MON | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | TBA | 3B | 13 | 13 | 9 | 32 | 1 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Third Base | 242 |
| Left Field | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | KCA | AL | $360,000 |
| 2002 | MON | NL | $270,000 |
| 2001 | HOU | NL | $237,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $867,500 | ||