Rickie Weeks
Born: 9/13/1982 in Altamonte Springs, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-09-15 | Final Game: 2017-06-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Rickie Darnell Weeks
Biography
Rickie Weeks was a professional baseball player born in 1982, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball (MLB) during his career from 2003 to 2017. Primarily known for his role as a position player, Weeks showcased his skills primarily with the Milwaukee Brewers. Over the course of his career, he played in 1,324 games, accumulating 1,087 hits and hitting 161 home runs. His offensive contributions included 474 RBIs and a batting average of .246, alongside stealing 132 bases, which highlighted his speed on the base paths.
Weeks was recognized for his talent and performance, earning one All-Star selection during his career. He played in an era characterized by a blend of traditional baseball fundamentals and the increasing emphasis on power hitting, which allowed him to adapt and thrive. His combination of speed and power made him a valuable asset to his teams, and he left a lasting legacy as a key player in the Brewers' franchise history, contributing to their competitive seasons in the 2000s. After his retirement in June 2017, Weeks remained a respected figure in the baseball community, remembered for his contributions both on and off the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1324 | 4417 | 733 | 1087 | 219 | 33 | 161 | 474 | 132 | 533 | 1230 | 0.246 | 0.344 | 0.420 | 0.764 | 4841.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | MIL | NL | 7 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | 96 | 360 | 56 | 86 | 13 | 2 | 13 | 42 | 15 | 40 | 96 | 0.239 | -102.0 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | 95 | 359 | 73 | 100 | 15 | 3 | 8 | 34 | 19 | 30 | 92 | 0.279 | 119.9 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | 118 | 409 | 87 | 96 | 21 | 6 | 16 | 36 | 25 | 78 | 116 | 0.235 | 788.7 |
| 2008 | MIL | NL | 129 | 475 | 89 | 111 | 22 | 7 | 14 | 46 | 19 | 66 | 115 | 0.234 | -4.9 |
| 2009 | MIL | NL | 37 | 147 | 28 | 40 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 24 | 2 | 12 | 39 | 0.272 | 348.4 |
| 2010 | MIL | NL | 160 | 651 | 112 | 175 | 32 | 4 | 29 | 83 | 11 | 76 | 184 | 0.269 | 2152.1 |
| 2011 | MIL | NL | 118 | 453 | 77 | 122 | 26 | 2 | 20 | 49 | 9 | 50 | 107 | 0.269 | 1252.5 |
| 2012 | MIL | NL | 157 | 588 | 85 | 135 | 29 | 4 | 21 | 63 | 16 | 74 | 169 | 0.230 | 226.0 |
| 2013 | MIL | NL | 104 | 350 | 40 | 73 | 20 | 1 | 10 | 24 | 7 | 40 | 105 | 0.209 | -386.1 |
| 2014 | MIL | NL | 121 | 252 | 36 | 69 | 19 | 1 | 8 | 29 | 3 | 25 | 73 | 0.274 | 803.4 |
| 2015 | SEA | AL | 37 | 84 | 7 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 25 | 0.167 | -383.3 |
| 2016 | AZ | NL | 108 | 180 | 29 | 43 | 9 | 1 | 9 | 27 | 5 | 20 | 54 | 0.239 | 193.3 |
| 2017 | TBR | AL | 37 | 97 | 13 | 21 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 12 | 49 | 0.216 | -166.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 45 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 0.133 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | NLCS | MIL | 6 | 23 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 0.217 |
| 2011 | NLDS2 | MIL | 5 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.056 |
| 2008 | NLDS2 | MIL | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 12 | 12 | 70 | 4 | 0 | 8 |
| 2B | 1044 | 1018 | 1888 | 2643 | 141 | 638 |
| OF | 57 | 36 | 48 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | MIL | 2B | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | MIL | 2B | 95 | 94 | 178 | 233 | 21 | 60 |
| 2006 | MIL | 2B | 92 | 90 | 177 | 261 | 22 | 68 |
| 2007 | MIL | 2B | 115 | 111 | 232 | 286 | 13 | 73 |
| 2008 | MIL | 2B | 120 | 118 | 256 | 333 | 15 | 84 |
| 2009 | MIL | 2B | 35 | 36 | 66 | 95 | 6 | 21 |
| 2010 | MIL | 2B | 159 | 159 | 332 | 389 | 15 | 102 |
| 2011 | MIL | 2B | 115 | 115 | 175 | 291 | 15 | 65 |
| 2012 | MIL | 2B | 152 | 152 | 236 | 374 | 16 | 78 |
| 2013 | MIL | 2B | 95 | 92 | 143 | 254 | 10 | 56 |
| 2014 | MIL | 2B | 62 | 49 | 92 | 126 | 7 | 31 |
| 2015 | SEA | OF | 19 | 10 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | ARI | OF | 38 | 26 | 36 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2017 | TBA | 1B | 12 | 12 | 70 | 4 | 0 | 8 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 12 |
| Second Base | 1044 |
| Left Field | 55 |
| Right Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 42 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | ARI | NL | $1,500,000 |
| 2015 | SEA | AL | $2,000,000 |
| 2014 | MIL | NL | $11,000,000 |
| 2013 | MIL | NL | $11,000,000 |
| 2012 | MIL | NL | $11,000,000 |
| 2011 | MIL | NL | $4,500,000 |
| 2010 | MIL | NL | $2,750,000 |
| 2009 | MIL | NL | $2,450,000 |
| 2008 | MIL | NL | $1,056,000 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | $1,320,000 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | $1,220,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $49,796,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern University and A&M College | Baton Rouge | LA | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 6th | 3.0 | 160 | 0 |