Walter Silva

Born: 1/4/1977 in Mazatlan, Sinaloa, México

MLB Debut: 2009-04-08 | Final Game: 2009-07-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs

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Biography

Walter Silva was a professional baseball player born in 1977, known for his brief but notable stint in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player during the 2009 season, making his debut on April 8, 2009, and concluding his playing career on July 6, 2009. Over the course of six games, Silva showcased his skills with a batting average of .375, registering three hits without recording any home runs or RBIs. His performance, though limited in scope, highlighted his potential as a hitter during a time when the league was experiencing a transition towards a more offensive style of play. Despite the short duration of his major league career, Silva's achievements serve as a reminder of the myriad players who have graced the field, each adding to the rich tapestry of baseball history. His time in the majors occurred in an era characterized by high offensive outputs and a focus on power hitting, making his ability to maintain a solid batting average noteworthy. While his contributions to the game may not have been extensive, Silva remains part of the narrative that underscores the challenges and triumphs faced by players striving to make their mark in the competitive world of professional baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
0	2	6	6	0	0	0	24.7	34	24	4	15	11	8.76	0

Career ERA 8.76 vs. league average 4.32 across their career seasons — 102.6% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
2009	SDP	NL	0	2	6	6	0	0	0	24.7	34	24	15	11	8.76	4.32 (-103%)	-

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
6	8	2	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	3	0.375	0.375	0.375	0.750	0.0

Career AVG .375 vs. league average .262 across their career seasons — +42.9% above league average.

Career OBP .375 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — +12.6% above league average.

Career SLG .375 vs. league average .418 across their career seasons — 10.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.750 vs. league average 0.751 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
2009	SDP	NL	6	8	2	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	3	0.375	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	6	6	1	1	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2009	SDN	P	6	6	1	1	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	6

Salary History

Year	Team	League	Salary
2009	SDN	NL	$400,000
Total Career Earnings			$400,000