Edgar Gonzalez

Born: 6/14/1978 in San Diego, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2008-05-12 | Final Game: 2009-10-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 182 lbs

Full name: Edgar Victor Gonzalez

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Biography

Edgar Gonzalez, born in 1978, was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief but impactful career from 2008 to 2009. Over the course of 193 games, Gonzalez showcased his skills as a reliable offensive contributor, finishing his career with a batting average of .255. He recorded a total of 122 hits, including 11 home runs and 51 RBIs, demonstrating his ability to drive in runs and provide power in the lineup. Additionally, he displayed speed on the basepaths with 2 stolen bases, reflecting the athleticism that characterized his playing style. Gonzalez's career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball, marked by an evolving emphasis on offensive production and the integration of advanced metrics into player evaluation. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his contributions were significant to the teams he played for, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of MLB history. After playing his final game on October 4, 2009, Gonzalez transitioned away from the field, leaving behind a legacy as a dedicated player who contributed to the game in a variety of ways.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
193	478	54	122	23	2	11	51	2	36	112	0.255	0.312	0.381	0.693	-715.5

Career AVG .255 vs. league average .263 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .312 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 6.2% below league average.

Career SLG .381 vs. league average .417 across their career seasons — 8.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.693 vs. league average 0.750 across their career seasons — 7.6% 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
2008	SDP	NL	111	325	38	89	15	0	7	33	1	25	76	0.274	.263 (+4%)	.333 (-1%)	.416 (-8%)	.749 (-5%)	-281.1
2009	SDP	NL	82	153	16	33	8	2	4	18	1	11	36	0.216	.262 (-18%)	.332 (-16%)	.417 (-11%)	.750 (-13%)	-434.4