Erick Almonte, baseball player, 2001-2011

Erick Almonte

Born: 2/1/1978 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2001-09-04 | Final Game: 2011-04-25

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 245 lbs

Full name: Erick R. Almonte

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Biography

Erick Almonte, born in 1978, was a versatile position player who had a professional baseball career spanning from 2001 to 2011. Known for his solid defensive skills and ability to contribute in various roles, Almonte played in 55 games at the Major League level. Over the course of his career, he recorded 31 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 14 runs, finishing with a batting average of .233. His speed on the basepaths was evident as he successfully stole 3 bases. Almonte's career took place during a time when Major League Baseball was evolving, witnessing the rise of both offensive power and defensive specialization. Despite limited playing time, he made significant contributions to the teams he played for, showcasing his adaptability as a player. His journey through the major leagues reflects the challenges faced by many players striving to make their mark in a competitive environment. After his playing days, Almonte remained a part of the baseball community, leaving behind a legacy as a dedicated athlete who embraced the challenges of his era.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
55 133 18 31 7 0 2 14 3 8 29 0.233 0.282 0.331 0.613 -178.6

Career AVG .233 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 10.7% below league average.

Career OBP .282 vs. league average .328 across their career seasons — 14.2% below league average.

Career SLG .331 vs. league average .416 across their career seasons — 20.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.613 vs. league average 0.744 across their career seasons — 17.7% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
2001 NYY AL 8 4 0 2 1 0 0 0 2 0 1 0.500 — — — — 0.0
2003 NYY AL 31 100 17 26 6 0 1 11 1 8 24 0.260 .264 (-2%) .332 (-3%) .422 (-17%) .754 (-11%) -178.6
2011 MIL NL 16 29 1 3 0 0 1 3 0 0 4 0.103 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 0 3 0 0 0
OF 7 6 2 0 0 0
SS 35 29 53 70 13 14

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2001 NYA SS 4 0 4 3 1 1
2003 NYA SS 31 29 49 67 12 13
2011 MIL 1B 2 0 3 0 0 0
2011 MIL OF 7 6 2 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 2
Shortstop 35
Right Field 7
Designated Hitter 3

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2011 MIL NL $414,000
Total Career Earnings $414,000