Xavier Paul

Born: 2/25/1985 in Slidell, LA, USA

MLB Debut: 2009-05-07 | Final Game: 2014-08-27

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Xavier Brooks Paul

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Biography

Xavier Paul was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2009 to 2014. Born in 1985, Paul made his MLB debut on May 7, 2009, and concluded his career on August 27, 2014. Throughout his time in the league, he appeared in 349 games, where he accumulated 173 hits, 12 home runs, and 71 RBIs, ending his career with a batting average of 0.25. Known for his speed on the bases, he successfully stole 23 bases, showcasing his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively. Paul's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, which was marked by evolving player performance metrics and a growing emphasis on analytics. His versatility as a player allowed him to adapt to various roles within the team structure, making him a valuable asset to the clubs he played for. Although he may not have achieved superstar status, Paul left an impression in the game through his consistent play and dedication. His journey reflects the experiences of many players in the modern era of baseball, balancing the challenges of competition while striving to make a significant impact on the field.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
349	693	83	173	32	7	12	71	23	60	169	0.250	0.311	0.368	0.679	-458.1

Career AVG .250 vs. league average .256 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .311 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .368 vs. league average .401 across their career seasons — 8.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.679 vs. league average 0.723 across their career seasons — 6.0% 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
2009	LAD	NL	11	14	3	3	1	0	1	1	0	2	4	0.214	—	—	—	—	0.0
2010	LAD	NL	44	121	16	28	8	1	0	11	3	8	24	0.231	.257 (-10%)	.325 (-15%)	.402 (-22%)	.728 (-19%)	-416.8
2011	LAD	NL	7	11	0	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	5	0.273	—	—	—	—	0.0
2011	PIT	NL	121	232	30	59	6	5	2	20	16	13	57	0.254	.255 (avg)	.320 (-9%)	.399 (-12%)	.719 (-11%)	0.0
2012	CIN	NL	55	86	8	27	5	1	2	7	4	9	18	0.314	.254 (+23%)	.318 (+19%)	.405 (+15%)	.724 (+17%)	265.0
2013	CIN	NL	97	209	24	51	12	0	7	32	0	27	53	0.244	.253 (-4%)	.317 (+7%)	.396 (+1%)	.714 (+4%)	218.8
2014	AZ	NL	14	20	2	2	0	0	0	0	0	1	8	0.100	—	—	—	—	0.0