Quilvio Veras, baseball player, 1995-2001

Quilvio Veras

Born: 4/3/1971 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.

MLB Debut: 1995-04-25 | Final Game: 2001-07-13

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 166 lbs

Full name: Quilvio Alberto Veras

Biography

Quilvio Veras was a professional baseball player born in 1971, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2001. Known for his speed and agility on the base paths, Veras played a total of 767 games during his career, primarily as a position player. He amassed 750 hits, 32 home runs, and 239 RBIs, finishing his career with a respectable batting average of .270. His prowess in stealing bases was particularly notable, as he successfully swiped 183 bases throughout his time in the league, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposing defenses. Veras played during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by a focus on offensive power and athleticism. His contributions to the game were highlighted by his speed and defensive capabilities, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. Veras's career spanned across several teams, where he left a lasting impression, particularly noted for his contributions in clutch situations and his ability to get on base. Retiring in 2001, he remains a significant figure in baseball history, particularly for fans who appreciate the art of base running and the impact of speed in the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
767 2780 469 750 129 15 32 239 183 427 462 0.270 0.372 0.362 0.734 -630.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
14 54 6 11 3 0 0 3 9 17 0.204

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1998 NLCS SDN 6 24 2 6 1 0 0 2 5 7 0.250
1998 NLDS2 SDN 4 15 1 2 0 0 0 0 1 6 0.133
1998 WS SDN 4 15 3 3 2 0 0 1 3 4 0.200

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 729 706 1554 2056 55 450
OF 2 0 2 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 729
Center Field 1
Right Field 1

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2001 ATL NL $3,900,000
2000 ATL NL $3,000,000
1999 SDN NL $2,110,000
1998 SDN NL $1,100,000
1997 SDN NL $310,000
1996 FLO NL $230,000
1995 FLO NL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $10,759,000

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1995 Rookie of the Year NL 3rd 14.0 140 0