Ruben Gotay

Born: 12/25/1982 in Rio Piedras, P.R.

MLB Debut: 2004-08-03 | Final Game: 2008-09-28

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Ruben Bruce Gotay

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Biography

Ruben Gotay was a professional baseball player born in 1982, who played in Major League Baseball from 2004 to 2008. Primarily a position player, Gotay appeared in 316 games throughout his career, showcasing his versatility and adaptability on the field. He recorded a total of 185 hits, accumulating a batting average of .255. His offensive contributions included 12 home runs and 77 runs batted in (RBIs), along with 6 stolen bases, reflecting a blend of power and speed that was valuable during his playing era. Gotay's career unfolded during a period marked by significant changes in the game, including the increasing emphasis on power hitting and the evolution of player conditioning. Though he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, he carved out a respectable niche for himself in the league. His ability to perform in various infield positions allowed teams to utilize him effectively, and his contributions were particularly noted during his time with the Kansas City Royals and the New York Mets. After retiring in 2008, Gotay left behind a legacy as a reliable player who exemplified the tenacity and competitive spirit characteristic of the game during that era.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
316	726	84	185	38	5	12	77	6	60	161	0.255	0.315	0.371	0.685	-1295.2

Career AVG .255 vs. league average .266 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .315 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — 5.7% below league average.

Career SLG .371 vs. league average .421 across their career seasons — 12.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.685 vs. league average 0.755 across their career seasons — 9.3% 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
2004	KCR	AL	44	152	17	41	7	3	1	16	0	9	36	0.270	.266 (+1%)	.335 (-6%)	.427 (-12%)	.762 (-10%)	-288.6
2005	KCR	AL	86	282	32	64	14	2	5	29	2	22	51	0.227	.264 (-14%)	.330 (-13%)	.418 (-18%)	.749 (-16%)	-895.8
2007	NYN	NL	98	190	25	56	12	0	4	24	3	16	42	0.295	.268 (+10%)	.335 (+5%)	.422 (avg)	.758 (+2%)	82.8
2008	ATL	NL	88	102	10	24	5	0	2	8	1	13	32	0.235	.263 (-11%)	.333 (-3%)	.416 (-18%)	.749 (-11%)	-193.6