Hector Gomez, baseball player, 2011-2015

Hector Gomez

Born: 3/5/1988 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2011-09-16 | Final Game: 2015-08-05

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Hector Alexis Gomez

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Biography

Hector Gomez, born in 1988, was a position player who played in Major League Baseball from 2011 to 2015. Throughout his career, he appeared in 83 games, primarily showcasing his skills as a utility player. Gomez recorded 28 hits, including one home run, and drove in a total of 8 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .183. Despite not being known for his offensive prowess, he contributed to his teams with his versatility on the field. Gomez's career unfolded during an era marked by significant changes in baseball, including the evolution of player training and the increasing emphasis on analytics. While his statistics may not reflect the dominant offensive performances seen in the league, Gomez's role as a reliable bench player highlighted the importance of depth and versatility in a team’s roster. After retiring from professional baseball on August 5, 2015, he left a legacy of determination and adaptability that resonates with aspiring players aiming to make their mark in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
83 153 18 28 12 2 1 8 0 5 51 0.183 0.219 0.307 0.526 -633.0

Career AVG .183 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — 27.8% below league average.

Career OBP .219 vs. league average .317 across their career seasons — 31.0% below league average.

Career SLG .307 vs. league average .397 across their career seasons — 22.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.526 vs. league average 0.714 across their career seasons — 26.3% 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
2011 COL NL 2 6 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0.333 — — — — 0.0
2014 MIL NL 15 20 2 3 1 0 0 1 0 1 9 0.150 — — — — 0.0
2015 MIL NL 66 127 15 23 11 2 1 7 0 3 40 0.181 .254 (-29%) .316 (-33%) .404 (-20%) .721 (-26%) -633.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 28 18 31 55 1 16
3B 18 5 6 11 1 0
OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 17 10 14 35 4 8

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2011 COL SS 2 1 1 4 1 0
2014 MIL 2B 1 0 0 1 0 0
2014 MIL 3B 6 1 1 3 0 0
2014 MIL SS 7 3 3 14 1 3
2015 MIL 2B 27 18 31 54 1 16
2015 MIL 3B 12 4 5 8 1 0
2015 MIL OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
2015 MIL SS 8 6 10 17 2 5

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 28
Third Base 18
Shortstop 17
Left Field 1

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2015 MIL NL $507,500
2012 COL NL $480,000
Total Career Earnings $987,500