Travis Metcalf, baseball player, 2007-2008

Travis Metcalf

Born: 8/17/1982 in Manhattan, KS, USA

MLB Debut: 2007-05-19 | Final Game: 2008-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: Travis Anthony Metcalf

📊 Compare This Player 📈 View Career Timeline

Biography

Travis Metcalf was a professional baseball player born in 1982, who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2007 to 2008. Primarily a position player, Metcalf played a total of 80 games during his brief career, showcasing his skills in the infield. He recorded 54 hits, including 11 home runs, and accumulated 35 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .249. Despite not being known for his speed—evident by his zero stolen bases—Metcalf’s power and ability to drive in runs made him a valuable asset during his time in the league. Metcalf's career unfolded during a transitional period in MLB, characterized by an increase in offensive stats and a focus on power hitting. Although his time in the spotlight was short, his contributions reflected the evolving dynamics of the game as teams began to prioritize versatility and power. After retiring from professional play on September 26, 2008, Metcalf left behind a legacy as a player who navigated the competitive landscape of baseball during an era marked by significant changes in player performance and strategy.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
80 217 36 54 14 1 11 35 0 16 53 0.249 0.300 0.475 0.774 -3.3

Career AVG .249 vs. league average .266 across their career seasons — 6.4% below league average.

Career OBP .300 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — 10.4% below league average.

Career SLG .475 vs. league average .419 across their career seasons — +13.2% above league average.

Career OPS 0.774 vs. league average 0.754 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 TEX AL 57 161 25 41 12 1 5 21 0 13 41 0.255 .268 (-5%) .335 (-9%) .422 (+3%) .758 (-2%) -117.7
2008 TEX AL 23 56 11 13 2 0 6 14 0 3 12 0.232 .263 (-12%) .333 (-16%) .416 (+42%) .749 (+16%) 114.5

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 74 63 50 107 8 20
SS 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2007 TEX 3B 55 49 35 89 7 14
2008 TEX 3B 19 14 15 18 1 6
2008 TEX SS 1 0 0 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 74
Shortstop 1
Designated Hitter 1

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2008 TEX AL $392,000
Total Career Earnings $392,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Kansas Lawrence KS 2002, 2003, 2004