Rafael Lopez

Born: 10/2/1987 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 2014-09-02 | Final Game: 2018-07-20

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Rafael Manuel Lopez

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Biography

Rafael Lopez, born in 1987, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2014 to 2018. Primarily playing as a position player, Lopez appeared in 76 games throughout his career, showcasing a blend of power and grit. He accumulated 32 hits, including 7 home runs, and drove in 26 runs, finishing with a batting average of .184. His capabilities on the base paths were limited, as he recorded only 1 stolen base during his time in the league. Lopez's career unfolded in an era characterized by shifting player dynamics and an evolving approach to offensive play. While he may not have achieved the lofty statistics of some contemporaries, his contributions to his teams were marked by resilience and a strong work ethic. Despite facing challenges at the plate, Lopez's determination and role as a reliable teammate left a lasting impression on those who watched him play. He retired on July 20, 2018, leaving behind a legacy as a player who persevered through the competitive landscape of professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
76 174 20 32 3 0 7 26 1 22 71 0.184 0.270 0.322 0.592 -414.8

Career AVG .184 vs. league average .252 across their career seasons — 27.1% below league average.

Career OBP .270 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 15.5% below league average.

Career SLG .322 vs. league average .410 across their career seasons — 21.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.592 vs. league average 0.729 across their career seasons — 18.8% 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
2014 CHC NL 7 11 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 2 4 0.182 — — — — 0.0
2016 CIN NL 8 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.000 — — — — 0.0
2017 TOR AL 24 54 9 12 1 0 4 12 0 7 21 0.222 .254 (-13%) .324 (-6%) .425 (+9%) .750 (+3%) 15.2
2018 SDP NL 37 102 11 18 2 0 3 13 1 13 43 0.176 .247 (-29%) .318 (-17%) .409 (-31%) .727 (-25%) -430.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 0 2 0 0 1
3B 2 0 0 0 0 0
C 62 49 423 27 4 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2014 CHN C 4 1 23 1 0 0
2016 CIN 1B 1 0 1 0 0 0
2016 CIN C 4 1 8 1 0 0
2017 TOR 3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
2017 TOR C 24 17 138 5 3 1
2018 SDN 1B 1 0 1 0 0 1
2018 SDN 3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
2018 SDN C 30 30 254 20 1 2

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 62
First Base 2
Third Base 2
Designated Hitter 1