Elijah Dukes

Born: 6/26/1984 in Homestead, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 2007-04-02 | Final Game: 2009-10-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 225 lbs

Full name: Elijah David Dukes

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Biography

Elijah Dukes was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2007 to 2009. Born in 1984, Dukes played as a position player during his career, which spanned 240 games. He recorded a total of 199 hits, showcasing a batting average of .242. A notable power hitter, Dukes belted 31 home runs and drove in 123 runs (RBIs). Additionally, he displayed speed on the bases, finishing his career with 18 stolen bases. Dukes was known for his athleticism and raw talent, characteristics that drew attention as he navigated the complexities of life both on and off the field. He played during a time when baseball was experiencing a renaissance in player athleticism and power, and while he encountered challenges that affected his career trajectory, his contributions during his time in the league left an indelible mark. Dukes remains a memorable figure for fans who witnessed his potential and the highs and lows of his baseball journey.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
240	824	113	199	39	8	31	123	18	129	197	0.242	0.349	0.421	0.771	602.6

Career AVG .242 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — 8.8% below league average.

Career OBP .349 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .421 vs. league average .419 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.771 vs. league average 0.753 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
2007	TBR	AL	52	184	27	35	3	2	10	21	2	33	44	0.190	.268 (-29%)	.335 (-5%)	.422 (-7%)	.758 (-6%)	-179.5
2008	WAS	NL	81	276	48	73	16	2	13	44	13	50	79	0.264	.263 (avg)	.333 (+16%)	.416 (+15%)	.749 (+15%)	950.0
2009	WAS	NL	107	364	38	91	20	4	8	58	3	46	74	0.250	.262 (-5%)	.332 (+1%)	.417 (-6%)	.750 (-3%)	-167.9