Humberto Cota, baseball player, 2001-2007

Humberto Cota

Born: 2/7/1979 in San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, México

MLB Debut: 2001-09-09 | Final Game: 2007-05-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 225 lbs

Full name: Humberto Figueroa Cota

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Biography

Humberto Cota was a professional baseball player born in 1979, whose career spanned from 2001 to 2007. Primarily serving as a position player, Cota played a total of 196 games in Major League Baseball. He was known for his strong defensive skills behind the plate, contributing significantly to his teams during his tenure. Over the course of his career, Cota recorded 121 hits, including 12 home runs, and drove in 61 runs, finishing with a batting average of .233. Despite not being known for his speed on the basepaths, he made a notable impact as a reliable presence in the lineup. Cota's career unfolded during an era marked by a blend of emerging talent and established stars, which posed both challenges and opportunities for players striving to make their mark in the league. His contributions to the teams he played for were essential, as he navigated the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball, showcasing his skills and resilience on the field. Retiring in 2007, Cota left behind a legacy as a dedicated player who played a vital role in the success of his teams during his years in the majors.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
196 519 48 121 25 2 12 61 0 32 142 0.233 0.280 0.358 0.639 -1420.0

Career AVG .233 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — 12.1% below league average.

Career OBP .280 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 15.9% below league average.

Career SLG .358 vs. league average .424 across their career seasons — 15.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.639 vs. league average 0.757 across their career seasons — 15.6% 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 PIT NL 7 9 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 5 0.222 — — — — 0.0
2002 PIT NL 7 17 2 5 1 0 0 0 0 1 4 0.294 — — — — 0.0
2003 PIT NL 10 16 1 4 1 0 0 1 0 1 5 0.250 — — — — 0.0
2004 PIT NL 36 66 10 15 1 1 5 8 0 3 20 0.227 .266 (-15%) .335 (-19%) .427 (+17%) .762 (+1%) -12.3
2005 PIT NL 93 297 29 72 20 1 7 43 0 17 80 0.242 .264 (-8%) .330 (-14%) .418 (-8%) .749 (-10%) -667.3
2006 PIT NL 38 100 5 19 1 0 0 5 0 8 26 0.190 .269 (-29%) .336 (-26%) .431 (-54%) .768 (-42%) -740.4
2007 PIT NL 5 14 1 4 1 0 0 3 0 2 2 0.286 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 163 131 847 61 5 7

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2001 PIT C 3 1 11 0 0 0
2002 PIT C 7 4 33 1 0 1
2003 PIT C 4 2 18 0 0 0
2004 PIT C 24 13 101 4 1 1
2005 PIT C 87 77 475 38 4 4
2006 PIT C 33 29 179 16 0 1
2007 PIT C 5 5 30 2 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 163

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2007 PIT NL $537,500
2006 PIT NL $342,000
2005 PIT NL $324,000
2004 PIT NL $303,000
Total Career Earnings $1,506,500