Eugenio Velez

Born: 5/16/1982 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2007-09-05 | Final Game: 2011-09-28

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs

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Biography

Eugenio Velez was a professional baseball player born in 1982, who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2007 to 2011. Primarily known for his versatility as a position player, Velez played in a total of 259 games during his career. He recorded 160 hits, 8 home runs, and 72 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .241. His speed on the bases was notable, as he successfully stole 31 bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game with his agility and aggressive playing style. Velez's career unfolded during a dynamic era in baseball, characterized by a blend of power hitting and speed on the base paths. While he may not have been among the most prominent stars of his time, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant, particularly in his role as a utility player. His ability to adapt to various positions and situations made him a valuable asset in the ever-evolving landscape of the game. After concluding his MLB career on September 28, 2011, Velez left behind a legacy as a player who embodied the hustle and determination that are hallmarks of baseball's competitive spirit.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
259	663	89	160	31	14	8	72	31	40	118	0.241	0.287	0.367	0.654	-1174.5

Career AVG .241 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 7.7% below league average.

Career OBP .287 vs. league average .330 across their career seasons — 12.8% below league average.

Career SLG .367 vs. league average .412 across their career seasons — 11.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.654 vs. league average 0.741 across their career seasons — 11.8% 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
2007	SFG	NL	14	11	5	3	0	2	0	2	4	2	3	0.273	—	—	—	—	0.0
2008	SFG	NL	98	275	32	72	16	7	1	30	15	14	40	0.262	.263 (-1%)	.333 (-10%)	.416 (-8%)	.749 (-9%)	-574.9
2009	SFG	NL	84	285	40	76	13	5	5	31	11	16	55	0.267	.262 (+2%)	.332 (-7%)	.417 (-4%)	.750 (-6%)	-375.2
2010	SFG	NL	29	55	7	9	2	0	2	8	0	6	9	0.164	.257 (-36%)	.325 (-24%)	.402 (-23%)	.728 (-24%)	-224.4
2011	LAD	NL	34	37	5	0	0	0	0	1	1	2	11	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2B	116	80	175	193	14	38
OF	91	57	110	3	6	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2007	SFN	2B	4	1	5	4	1	2
2007	SFN	OF	2	0	0	0	0	0
2008	SFN	2B	69	50	102	104	7	26
2008	SFN	OF	17	8	16	1	1	0
2009	SFN	2B	31	22	55	68	6	8
2009	SFN	OF	51	40	65	2	3	0
2010	SFN	2B	1	1	3	4	0	0
2010	SFN	OF	17	8	25	0	1	0
2011	LAN	2B	11	6	10	13	0	2
2011	LAN	OF	4	1	4	0	1	0