Chad Wallach
Born: 11/4/1991 in Yorba Linda, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2017-08-27 | Final Game: 2022-09-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 246 lbs
Full name: Chad Arthur Wallach
Biography
Chad Wallach, born in 1991, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) between 2017 and 2022. Primarily serving as a position player, Wallach appeared in a total of 155 games throughout his career. He recorded 79 hits, which included 11 home runs and 39 runs batted in (RBIs), culminating in a career batting average of .198. Despite not being known for speed on the bases, as evidenced by his zero stolen bases, Wallach showcased versatility in the field during his tenure.
Wallach's career took place during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by an increasing emphasis on power hitting and defensive specialization. While his offensive numbers may not have reflected the explosive trends of his time, he contributed to his teams with solid defensive skills and a professional approach to the game. As he transitioned out of the league in September 2022, Wallach left behind a legacy as a player who embodied the grit and determination often celebrated in baseball, even if his statistical contributions were modest.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 155 | 400 | 35 | 79 | 15 | 2 | 11 | 39 | 0 | 33 | 150 | 0.198 | 0.263 | 0.328 | 0.590 | -955.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | CIN | NL | 6 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | MIA | NL | 15 | 45 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 23 | 0.178 | -175.0 |
| 2019 | MIA | NL | 19 | 48 | 4 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 0.250 | -41.2 |
| 2020 | MIA | NL | 15 | 44 | 4 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0.227 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | MIA | NL | 23 | 60 | 2 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 32 | 0.200 | -325.7 |
| 2022 | LAA | AL | 12 | 35 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | LAA | AL | 65 | 157 | 18 | 31 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 0 | 13 | 57 | 0.197 | -413.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.071 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | NLWC3 | MIA | 2 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.143 |
| 2020 | NLDS2 | MIA | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 136 | 118 | 1072 | 42 | 8 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | CIN | C | 3 | 2 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | CIN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | MIA | C | 14 | 13 | 112 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 | MIA | C | 14 | 12 | 132 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 | MIA | C | 15 | 13 | 110 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | MIA | C | 19 | 19 | 161 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 | LAA | C | 12 | 10 | 80 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | LAA | C | 59 | 49 | 457 | 16 | 2 | 3 |
| 2023 | LAA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 136 |
| First Base | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |