Alfonso Rivas, baseball player, 2021

Alfonso Rivas

Born: 9/13/1996 in Chula Vista, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2021-08-29

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs

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Biography

Alfonso Rivas was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a position player from 2021 to 2022. Born in 1996, Rivas played a total of 167 games during his brief career, showcasing his skills primarily as an outfielder and first baseman. Over the course of his time in the majors, he recorded 98 hits and hit 7 home runs, contributing to a batting average of .243. Rivas also drove in 43 runs and displayed his speed on the base paths with 7 stolen bases, reflecting a well-rounded skill set that made him a valuable asset to his teams. Rivas played during an era characterized by an emphasis on power hitting and analytics, which influenced how players approached the game. Despite the challenges of competing in such a dynamic environment, Rivas managed to establish himself as a competent player, known for his versatility and ability to adapt to different roles as needed. His contributions to the teams he played for, albeit limited in duration, were marked by moments of promise that resonated with fans and teammates alike. After concluding his career on October 5, 2022, Rivas left a legacy as a player who experienced the highs and lows of professional baseball, navigating the complexities of a league that constantly evolved during his time.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
167 404 42 98 16 3 7 43 7 42 139 0.243 0.324 0.349 0.673 -419.6

Career AVG .243 vs. league average .245 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .324 vs. league average .316 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .349 vs. league average .407 across their career seasons — 14.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.673 vs. league average 0.723 across their career seasons — 6.9% 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
2021 CHC NL 18 44 7 14 1 0 1 3 0 4 16 0.318 — — — — 0.0
2022 CHC NL 101 251 27 59 5 2 3 25 6 29 87 0.235 .242 (-3%) .311 (+3%) .394 (-22%) .706 (-11%) -411.2
2023 SDP NL 8 15 2 3 2 0 0 1 0 2 7 0.200 — — — — 0.0
2023 PIT NL 40 94 6 22 8 1 3 14 1 7 29 0.234 .248 (-6%) .320 (-5%) .414 (+5%) .734 (+1%) 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 144 108 888 63 2 92
OF 14 8 14 0 1 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2021 CHN 1B 5 3 28 1 0 5
2021 CHN OF 10 8 12 0 1 0
2022 CHN 1B 92 73 608 33 1 57
2022 CHN OF 3 0 2 0 0 0
2023 SDN 1B 8 5 37 4 0 6
2023 PIT 1B 39 27 215 25 1 24
2023 PIT OF 1 0 0 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 144
Left Field 8
Right Field 6
Designated Hitter 4