Alex Cabrera, baseball player, 2000-2000

Alex Cabrera

Born: 12/24/1971 in Caripito, Monagas, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 2000-06-26 | Final Game: 2000-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 217 lbs

Full name: Alexander Alberto Cabrera

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Biography

Alex Cabrera, born in 1971, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2000 to 2006. Known for his powerful hitting and versatility as a position player, Cabrera made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time characterized by offensive explosion and a focus on power hitting. He played in a total of 31 games, where he showcased his ability to contribute at the plate with 21 hits, including 5 home runs and 14 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .263. Cabrera's career, while brief, was significant as he represented a cohort of players who experienced the transition of the game into an era increasingly dominated by home runs and slugging percentages. Although he did not steal any bases, his offensive contributions were notable during his time on the field. His journey through the majors illustrates the challenges faced by many players striving to establish themselves in a competitive environment, and his performances remain a part of the rich tapestry of early 21st-century baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
31 80 10 21 2 1 5 14 0 4 21 0.263 0.299 0.500 0.799 -13.8

Career AVG .263 vs. league average .270 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .299 vs. league average .345 across their career seasons — 13.4% below league average.

Career SLG .500 vs. league average .437 across their career seasons — +14.4% above league average.

Career OPS 0.799 vs. league average 0.782 across their career seasons — near 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
2000 AZ NL 31 80 10 21 2 1 5 14 0 4 21 0.263 .270 (-3%) .344 (-13%) .437 (+14%) .782 (+2%) -13.8

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 15 12 101 6 0 9
OF 12 9 21 1 1 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2000 ARI 1B 15 12 101 6 0 9
2000 ARI OF 12 9 21 1 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 15
Left Field 1
Right Field 11