Jose Ortiz, baseball player, 2000-2002

Jose Ortiz

Born: 6/13/1977 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2000-09-15 | Final Game: 2002-09-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 177 lbs

Full name: Jose Daniel Ortiz

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Biography

Jose Ortiz, born in 1977, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2000 to 2002. Over the course of his career, Ortiz appeared in 136 games, showcasing his versatility on the field. He recorded a total of 109 hits, contributing to a batting average of .243. Known for his power at the plate, Ortiz hit 14 home runs and drove in 51 runs during his time in the league. Additionally, he demonstrated base-running skills with 6 stolen bases, adding to his reputation as a well-rounded player. Entering the league during the early 2000s, a time marked by significant advancements in player conditioning and training, Ortiz strived to make his mark amidst an evolving game. While his career was relatively brief, his contributions on the field reflected the competitive spirit of the era. Ortiz retired on September 27, 2002, leaving behind a legacy as a dedicated athlete who made the most of his opportunities in the major leagues.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
136 449 68 109 15 2 14 51 6 35 74 0.243 0.305 0.379 0.684 -334.4

Career AVG .243 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — 8.5% below league average.

Career OBP .305 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — 9.3% below league average.

Career SLG .379 vs. league average .427 across their career seasons — 11.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.684 vs. league average 0.763 across their career seasons — 10.4% 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
2000 OAK AL 7 11 4 2 0 0 0 1 0 2 3 0.182 — — — — 0.0
2001 OAK AL 11 42 4 7 0 0 0 3 1 3 5 0.167 — — — — 0.0
2001 COL NL 53 204 38 52 8 1 13 35 3 14 36 0.255 .263 (-3%) .332 (-6%) .426 (+16%) .758 (+7%) 0.0
2002 COL NL 65 192 22 48 7 1 1 12 2 16 30 0.250 .261 (-4%) .331 (-5%) .416 (-25%) .747 (-16%) -542.5

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 117 113 207 297 14 62
3B 1 1 1 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2000 OAK 2B 3 2 2 4 1 1
2001 OAK 2B 10 10 16 23 2 7
2001 COL 2B 51 48 86 137 8 30
2002 COL 2B 53 53 103 133 3 24
2002 COL 3B 1 1 1 1 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 117
Third Base 1
Designated Hitter 5

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2002 COL NL $232,000
2001 OAK AL $201,000
Total Career Earnings $433,000