Sebastian Rivero, baseball player, 2021-2022

Sebastian Rivero

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Born: 11/16/1998 in Maracay, Aragua, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 2021-05-08 | Final Game: 2022-10-05

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 210 lbs

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Biography

Sebastian Rivero was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2021 to 2022. Born in 1998, Rivero made his debut on May 8, 2021, showcasing his skills in a total of 34 games over his brief career. He was known for his defensive capabilities and versatility on the field, contributing to his teams despite a batting average of .167. Rivero recorded 11 hits and drove in 4 runs, although he did not hit any home runs during his time in the league. Rivero's career unfolded during a dynamic period in MLB history, characterized by an increasing emphasis on power hitting and analytics. Despite facing challenges at the plate, he carved out a role for himself, demonstrating the importance of defensive prowess and team contributions. He retired from professional baseball on October 5, 2022, leaving behind a legacy as a player who embodied the spirit of resilience and adaptability in a competitive era.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
45 99 7 17 4 0 0 6 1 6 34 0.172 0.226 0.212 0.439 0.0

Career AVG .172 vs. league average .244 across their career seasons — 29.6% below league average.

Career OBP .226 vs. league average .314 across their career seasons — 28.0% below league average.

Career SLG .212 vs. league average .403 across their career seasons — 47.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.439 vs. league average 0.717 across their career seasons — 38.9% 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 KCR AL 17 40 1 7 2 0 0 3 0 3 15 0.175 — — — — 0.0
2022 KCR AL 17 26 2 4 0 0 0 1 0 2 10 0.154 — — — — 0.0
2025 LAA AL 11 33 4 6 2 0 0 2 1 1 9 0.182 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 45 26 251 15 1 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2021 KCA C 17 9 95 8 0 0
2022 KCA C 17 7 70 2 0 0
2025 LAA C 11 10 86 5 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 45