Abreu announced his retirement from baseball on September 26. Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. Consistency is really underrated and also playing in a team full of enhancing drugs and not using should be awarded. Because of his good skills, he becomes the team's offensive leader. [1], In 2003, Abreu was fourth in the league in walks (109), seventh in sacrifice flies (7), eighth in OBP (.409), and ninth in stolen bases (22). He was announced as a pinch hitter but did not get to bat because he was subsequently pinch hit for himself with Mike Simms. Similarly, Byran used to admire and watch Justin Verlander on tv before, but now they are teammates and share the same playground. Meanwhile, his friends are like the lights on the side of the road as they brighten the walkway and make the stroll enjoyable. Another proposed trade, which would have sent Abreu to the Cleveland Indians for Lou Marson, fell through. Although he hit just .255 (his lowest total as a full-time player), Abreu had another solid season in 2010. Abreu was listed on 2020 Baseball Hall of Fame balloting; other than Derek Jeter, he was the only first-year candidate to receive at least 5% of the vote,[46] enabling him to appear on the 2021 ballot, when he garnered 8.7%, thus qualifying him to appear on the 2022 ballot. Furthermore, the only 3 other players to accomplish this rare feat are Hall of Famers Ty Cobb, Tris Speaker, and Ed Delahanty. Back in Cuba, the 27-year-old hit hundreds of balls each day, because the field was his sanctuary, a refuge where no one, not even Fidel Castro or his oppressive government, could touch him. On the field, they would be #1 and #2). Abreu fit well into the Yankees lineup. Bobby Abreu is on Twitter at BobKellyAbreu. On the other hand, Abreus WAR is lower than the aforementioned Rolen (70.1), Lofton (68.4), Jones (62.7), Helton (61.8), and Edmonds (60.4). The case of Evans (1,605 BB), an overlooked star third baseman from the 1970s and 80s, represents the challenge Abreu faces. "I've had a lot of people next to me helping me out and teaching me things so I can get a better idea of how Major League Baseball is like.". He debuts his MLB career with the Chicago sox. I don't know if I'm happy right now, but I'm content with where I am," Abreu said in Spanish. [37] He was called back up to the majors on September 9, 2014. Some high school data is courtesy David McWater. [23], On November 5, 2009, the first day eligible players could file for free agency, Abreu accepted a two-year deal with the Angels, with a club option for 2012. Abreu also flirted with a Triple Crown a few times. Abreu was already annoyed that he would not be playing every day for the Angels, and when he learned what Burnett had done, he ordered Angels' management to either play him every day as the designated hitter or trade him. 3rd year on BBWAA ballot in 2021: Received 8.6% of the vote in 2022. You need to add Rickey Henderson. There was grumbling in Philly that Abreu was overpaid and that he didnt play hard enough. Abreu has made some gains on the 2023 ballot, at least according to the first 162 reported votes on Ryan Thibodauxs Hall of Fame tracker. "Especially, I thank mom for my life, so now it's the time for me to work for her. [1] He hit his first two home runs in the same game on April 28, 1997, against Jamey Wright and Steve Reed of the Colorado Rockies. If youre a mild Hall of Fame enthusiast, you might have read something like this in the postscript of the January 2019 BBWAA election of four players: the ballot is much less clogged in the next two years, with Derek Jeter the only obvious Hall of Famer becoming eligible in 2020 and no obvious candidates in 2021. If you read those exact words, thanks for visiting Cooperstown Cred. I stand by those words, that Jeter was the only obvious Hall of Famer among those who became first-time eligible in 2020 and that there was no obvious inductee among the newcomers for 2021. Despite a then-record-setting performance in the 2005 Home Run Derby, he wasnt a home run hitter. Will Manny Ramirez Ever Be Manny in Cooperstown? As for Vizquel, he was doing very well in the BBWAA voting (49.1% in 2020) and seemed likely to make it to Cooperstown thanks to his fielding reputation but has fallen off a cliff in the voting because of two personal scandals. Abreu did a lot of things well offensively but didnt do anything in spectacular fashion. He was one of the most well balanced and all-around great players. In Game 3 of the 2009 ALDS, Abreu hit a 9th inning, 2-out double off Jonathan Papelbon to cut the Red Sox lead to 6-5. [11] He finished the season with a .301 average, 30 home runs, and 105 RBI, and ranked among the National League top five in five offensive categories: runs (fourth, 118) -- the third time in six years that he scored 118 runs, doubles (fourth, 47), stolen bases (third, 40a career high), walks (second, 127a career high) and on-base percentage (fifth, .428). But with open slots on my ballot, I decided to vote for him, hoping voters give him a closer look in the future., Rustin Dodd,The Athletic (Jan. 8, 2023), In each of his first three seasons, Abreu was never top 10, but over the course of those three seasons, he was the sixth-best player in baseball by Wins Above Replacement. East; they were matched up in the ALDS against Jim Leylands Detroit Tigers. WebGet the latest news, stats, videos, highlights and more about right fielder Bobby Abreu on ESPN. [24] He cited the Angels manager, Mike Scioscia as one of the reasons, saying "He's one of those managers that lets you play the game, and he gives you big support." In his third season on the ballot, Abreu received just 8.6% of the vote after getting 8.7% last year. "Happy? As far as historical impact goes, Abreu appeared in the playoffs four times (in 1997 with the Astros, 2006 and 07 with the Yankees, and 09 with the Angels). There are 11 players with more TOB that are not yet in the Hall: Rose, three not yet eligible players (Albert Pujols, Adrian Beltre, and Miguel Cabrera), four PED-linked players (Bonds, Alex Rodriguez, Rafael Palmeiro, Sheffield, Manny Ramirez), Omar Vizquel, and Rusty Staub. The thing is, JAWS has him very highly rated. Bobby Abreu had 2,470 hits over his career. Agreed, Konerkos 28.1 WAR is surprisingly low, considering that 3 of his top 5 similarity score players are Willie Stargell, Orlando Cepeda, and Fred McGriff. In his first two seasons in Anaheim, Abreu continued to be a useful player with the bat, posting a 118 OPS+. WebBobby Abreu and Jose Abreu are talented baseball field players representing two different teams. Abreu was involved in many events in the Philadelphia and Delaware Valley communities. Jose Abreu hit 30 home runs and grounded into 28 double plays in 2021. [7] He played in 59 games for the Astros in 1997, hitting .250 with three home runs and 26 RBI. [27], On May 4, 2012, Abreu signed a contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. [31] He was released before the season on March 27. Without going into detail, I would say that, if you were to rank players from the 1990s and 2000s, virtually nobody would rank Abreu ahead of Vladdy or Ichiro. By comparison, Damons XBT% is 48% while Loftons is 55%. The thing is, what if Abreu had started at age 18 or 19, not age 24? [5] Abreu's first Major League hit was a single to right field as a pinch hitter against Bobby Jones of the New York Mets on September 24. Abreu is 20th on the all-time walks list but hes behind Darrell Evans, who is underrated and maybe should be in the Hall of Fame, but he isnt. Being active on Instagram, he often shares photos, reels, and day stories about his matches, to his 26.2K followers. 20 years later, the Tampa Bay Times Marc Topkin ranked it as the third-worst move in Rays history. There are dozens of Hall of Fame players (mostly from the first half of the 20th century) that were inferior to Abreu. Flix Hernndez: No Longer a Future King of Cooperstown. I hear what people say. The single traditional statistic that correlates best with run production is OBP. I watched Bobby Abreu play many years in Philly. Bryan Abreu is a baseball player whose relation to Bobby Abreu and Jose Abreu has raised confusion among the people. In the 2009 ALDS, a three-game sweep over the Boston Red Sox, Abreu played a huge role, slashing .556/.692/.778, which led to 4 runs scored. [16] The six RBIs tied Gil McDougald's 55-year franchise record for most in one inning (McDougald batted in six runs in one inning in 1951, his rookie season). "A large part of the appeal to us for signing Jose was his professionalism and how serious he was about his craft. If you go strictly by Baseball-Reference WAR, his 60.2 is tied for the 8th best (with Andy Pettitte) on the 2023 ballot and a voter is limited to 10 selections. Known as "Pito" in Cuba, Abreu's new White Sox teammates quickly embraced him, nicknaming him "Yogi" and "Oso," the Spanish word for bear because of his size and strength. Abreu would have become the Yankees' regular designated hitter, but Burnett vetoed the trade. Win Expectancy, Run Expectancy, and Leverage Index calculations provided by Tom Tango of InsideTheBook.com, and co-author of The Book: Playing the Percentages in Baseball. [12] Abreu became the first Angels player to reach those figures in batting average and RBI in one calendar month since Tim Salmon, who hit .390 with 32 RBI in 27 games in July 1997. Phillies manager Terry Francona installed Abreu into a starting role in right field and the 24-year-old responded with a magnificent inaugural campaign, hitting .312 with a .409 OBP and .497 SLG. Hes the guy you use to sell people on why WAR doesnt work. Abreu bought $10,000 worth of tickets to most Friday night games for children in his "Abreu's Amigos" organization during the 2003 and 2004 seasons. Should Sweet Lou Piniella be in the Hall of Fame? He only hit .260 with 6 home runs after the Mid-Summer Classic. GLENDALE, Ariz. -- There's a worn-out black batting tee and an old bucket of practice baseballs in the last batting cage that's produced a soundtrack in the past three weeks at White Sox camp, and the instruments are at work again. Abreu, a free agent this winter, has spent his entire MLB career to date with the White Sox. In baseball history, there are 87 players who have logged at least 10,000 plate appearances. Andruw Jones has been on six ballots and, despite 10 Gold Gloves to go with his respectable power numbers, barely cleared 5% in his first two turns on the ballot. A more exclusive club is 280 HRs and 400 SB of which Abreu is 1 of 5. Abreu hit a walk-off double on July 9, 2008 against the Tampa Bay Rays. Regardless, when it comes to consistent durability, Abreu has a record thats hard to beat. I know this is the next chapter for all of us, and I'm going to keep working hard to make it a good one.". Even a casual baseball fan should know the name Bobby Abreu but I doubt very many of you have ever given a second thought to him being worthy of the Hall of Fame. Thats incredibly brilliant consistency., Ryan Fagan,The Sporting News (Jan. 3, 2023), I did vote for Bobby Abreu, who has an intriguing, albeit, borderline statistical case His numbers are compellinghe reached base more times than Tony Gwynn, for instance. But the mother is the most important thing," he said. He delivered under-the-radar excellence over a long career though he was no Dwight Evans (whoshould be in the Hall). You need to add Joe Morgan. He was the Astros Minor League Player of the Year in 1996 and made his Major League debut on September 1, 1996, against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The two Abreu shares a professional relationship with each other. With an estimated 40% of the votes reported, Abreu has earned 19.8% of the vote, having flipped 11 voters from no to yes. He wont be anywhere close to the 75% needed to make the Hall of Fame but hell stick around on the ballot for a while. He hit for power (414 HR) and had a high OBP (.361) for the era but his .248 average was a non-starter when he hit the Hall of Fame ballot. Join our linker program. General Manager Pat Gillick, citing the need for financial flexibility, dealt Abreu to the New York Yankees on July 30th in a package for four minor leaguers who never amounted to anything in Major League Baseball. What Abreu has is something that is slowly but surely being recognized throughout the game and that is the ability to get on base. [12] He also led the NL for the month in slugging average (.792), on-base percentage (.535), and walks (30) and was tied for the league lead with 30 RBI. Later, he found his passion and chose sport as a career, and now he is a successful player. 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You need to add Craig Biggio. Abreu has received only eight votes with 126 ballots made public through Sunday and will need about a dozen more just to secure the 5% necessary to stay on the He had extraordinary plate discipline, drawing over 100 walks for eight consecutive seasons. Abreu got off to a terrific start with the Yankees. He batted .297 with 15 home runs and 107 RBI in the 2006 season. In the end, I couldnt ignore that he finished his career with more WAR, homers, stolen bases, and a better OPS than more than half of the current Hall of Fame outfielders. In 2001, Abreu led the NL in games played (162), and was third in walks (106), fourth in stolen bases (36) and doubles (48), and eighth in runs (118) and sacrifice flies (9). But Abreu is also making an effort to reach out to his non-Spanish-speaking teammates. Abreu was signed as an amateur free agent by the Houston Astros on August 21, 1990. In 2006, Abreu led the major leagues in walks (124), pitches per plate appearance (4.45), and number of pitches seen (3,056), and was second in the major leagues in percent of plate appearances that were walks (18.5%),[15] and led the AL in percentage of pitches taken (66.2), and in walks per plate appearance (.181), third in batting average on balls in play (.375),[15] eighth in on-base percentage (.424), 18th in stolen bases (30), and 19th in doubles (41). So we look to OPS+. (Age 40-201d) "A part of my family is still there, but thank God, my mom, dad, my sister and my brother-in-law are at a safe place. I would be one of those people, particularly in regard to Edmonds, who won 8 Gold Gloves and was a significant postseason performer. Bobby Abreu weighed 220 lbs (99 kg) when playing. [9], In 1998, his first season with the Phillies, Abreu led the team with a .312 batting average and collected 17 home runs, 74 RBI, and 19 stolen bases in 151 games, with 271 putouts and 17 assists in right field. "I'll be happy when my family gets to the United States, when my son gets here, and we are all together. Not bad, but nothing that augments a Cooperstown resume. They RELATED: Tim Anderson focused on positive energy for 2023 season Anderson has had Abreu as his first baseman for He had 13 consecutive seasons in which he logged over 150 games and was a positive contributor (at least offensively) in all of those 13 campaigns. When all was said and done a respectable .279 average with 2340 hits, 439 homers, 1412 rbis, .841 ops but only a 28 WAR. My Virtual Ballot & 2022-25 BBWAA Preview, RIP Tommy Lasorda, the Big Dodger in the Sky. Consistent excellence deserves to be applauded., Eno Sarris, The Athletic (Jan. 8, 2023). Abreu hasn't made a big purchase like a fancy car or a new home since signing his contract, and he said he hasn't given it much thought. I might not dive. [10], Abreu hit the first home run at Citizens Bank Park on Opening Day, April 12, 2004. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. But for now, I just dont have Abreu in my Top 10 on this ballot. Only 11 HOFers who played at least 51% of their games in RF, have a higher WAR. Objectivity is the most important thing. And I think its important to make sure we think about overall value when voting for the Hall of Fame. Hes one of only seven players with 250+ HR and 350+ SB. Exceeded rookie limits during 1997 season, More Bobby Abreu Pages at Baseball Reference. In Abreus final season in the Bronx (under new manager Joe Girardi), the team missed the playoffs for the first time since 1993. Bobby Abreu Bob Kelly Abreu (El Comedulce or La Leche) Bats Left, Throws Right Height 6' 0", Weight 200 lb. Bryan Abreu is a Dominican baseball pitcher for the Houston Astros of Major League Baseball. [29] Abreu cleared waivers and accepted an assignment to AAA Albuquerque. El Come Dulce, La Leche are nicknames for Bobby Abreu. We can start by saying that one of Abreus assets is that he was a reliable contributor to his teams. Through 2014, Abreu led active ballplayers in doubles (565), walks (1,456), and outfield assists (136), was fifth in runs scored (1,441) and stolen bases (400), seventh in extra-base hits (911) and on-base percentage (.396), and tenth in runs batted in (1,363). "The biggest home run I've ever hit is still in Cuba. (Age 22-174d, Most of the next 15 balls are smashed up the middle. In 98 games he slashed .277/.427/.434 with a 118 OPS+, 8 HR, and 65 RBI. [1] The Yankees ran away with the AL East division title by mid-September 2006, but were eliminated by the Detroit Tigers in the 2006 American League Division Series. Full-year historical Major League statistics provided by Pete Palmer and Gary Gillette of Hidden Game Sports. Cobra: Will Dave Parker have Another Chance to Strike at Cooperstown? Besides Bonds, the 12 others are not just Hall of Famers but almost all first-ballot Hall of Famers (Lou Gehrig, Babe Ruth, Frank Thomas, Jim Thome, Ted Williams, Henderson, Joe Morgan, Mickey Mantle, Jimmie Foxx, Mel Ott, Schmidt and Jeff Bagwell). [1], After sitting out the 2013 season, Abreu participated in the 201314 Venezuelan Winter League and logged a .322 batting average in 180 plate appearances with Leones del Caracas. 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Has Yadier Molina Successfully Framed His Hall of Fame Case? Hes a pretty good company for Slaughter and Smith. Many historical player head shots courtesy of David Davis. It was his experience playing for Cuba in the World Baseball Classic and the success of Cuban players like Orlando Hernandez, Jose Contreras, Yasiel Puig, Aroldis Chapman and countless other stars from the island that convinced Abreu that he could do it, too. Sam Carlson Port Protection Singer Son Kelly Carlson Makes An Appearance On The Show, Jason Segel Siblings Are Sister Alison Segel and Brother Adam Segel. Abreu began the 9-run inning by homering with Johnny Damon and Derek Jeter on base, then concluded it with a bases-loaded double that scored Hideki Matsui, Melky Cabrera and Jeter. September 28, 2014 In the present day, his performance hasn't dropped. Born: In the first five of those 100 RBI seasons, Abreu drove those runs while also drawing over 100 walks. He responded by winning the contest with a whopping 41 home runs, 14 more than the previous record. Even at 37, he contributed 21 stolen bases, his 13th season with at least 20. The Chicago Cubs are expected to pursue free-agent first baseman Jos Abreu signed He played over 150 games for 13 straight years!, Well, not quite, but he was 20th all-time in walks!, He walked 100 times and scored 100 runs eight times!, So, other people walked him and other people drove him in.. Its great that Larry Walker made it in but no Lofton, Jones and Edmonds makes it hard for more modern voters to put a check by his name. [1] He had the last stolen base in the original Yankee Stadium on September 21, 2008. "Thank God, my dad also dedicates himself a lot to me, and he talks to me every day, asks me how I'm doing in my training. [1], In 2004, Abreu got his first All-Star berth, being voted in as the National League All-Star Final Vote winner in online voting on MLB.com. Himself, Barry and Bobby, and Derek Jeter. In the 09 campaign, Abreu drove in 103 runs, scored 96, and stole 30 bases, all three marks which were second-best on the team. Cedric Mullins hit 30 home runs and grounded into two double plays. Left unprotected in the 1997 MLB Expansion Draft when the Astros decided to keep fellow Venezuelan outfielder Richard Hidalgo, Abreu was selected by the then Tampa Bay Devil Rays, only to be dealt hours later to the Phillies for shortstop Kevin Stocker,[8] a trade regarded among the worst in MLB history. There are a few advocates, however, worth noting: A five-tool player with dazzling speed, a sweet left-handed stroke, and enough power to win a Home Run Derby, Abreu was a stathead favorite thanks to his otherworldly plate discipline. High School Liceo Aragua Debut September 1, I cant say for sure that hell be one of my top ten picks in 2024, when Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer, Chase Utley, and David Wright join the BBWAA ballot. He was 6th in WAR from 1998-2004, behind two PED users (Bonds, Rodriguez) and also behind three players currently on the Hall of Fame ballot (Helton, Jones, Rolen). Walker only managed to play 150 games once in his career. "You know, we definitely going to miss him. For now, Im swayed by the fact that the two-time All-Star would seem out of place in a Hall of Fame. J.D. He was a great hitter. (Although Olivia peak years might have been better) You can not over estimate the value of hitting .291 and OBP of .395. If a players WAR is surprisingly high (like Abreus), thats a beacon that tells me that more analysis is required. That line wasnt written very well. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. He reached base more times than Tony Gwynn, and did so in fewer games and in fewer plate appearances. Of these, five are in the National Baseball Hall of Fame.[2]. [33] On April 21, the Mets promoted Abreu from the Triple-A Las Vegas 51s, after trading Ike Davis to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Nine players who arent in the Hall have done it 4 times. Two (Barry Bonds and Pete Rose) are outside of Cooperstown for reasons that have nothing to do with their statistical worthiness. Do you have a blog? In 06, Joe Torres Yankees easily won the A.L. Does Jorge Posada Deserve a Closer Look for the Hall of Fame? The Houston Astros finalized a deal with free agent first baseman Jos Abreu for three years, the team announced Monday night. HOUSTON (AP) Jos Abreu and the World Series champion Astros agreed to a $58.5 million, three-year contract Monday, adding another powerful bat to Houstons lineup. He was pretty interested in sports from an early age. Spider-Man: Does Torii Hunter Have a Hall of Fame Case? How could you sell Abreu to a skeptic, one not schooled in sabermetrics, between the 1st and 20th floors of your office building or hotel? Bob Kelly Abreu (/bre.u/; Spanish:[bo aew]; born March 11, 1974), nicknamed "El Comedulce" and also "La Leche", is a Venezuelan former professional baseball outfielder, who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Houston Astros, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets. Gary Sheffield has tremendous hitting numbers; his WAR is similar to Abreus because of brutally bad defensive metrics. The Hall of Fame Case For and Against Jimmy Rollins. WebMore Jos Abreu Pages at Baseball Reference Oracle Jos Abreu page at the Bullpen Wiki 2022 White Sox 2022 White Sox (81-81, 2nd place in AL Central) 40-man Roster Overall, Abreu hit .284 with a .810 OPS, 1 HR, and 9 RBI in 20 postseason games. [32], On March 31, 2014, Abreu signed a minor league deal with the New York Mets. Bobby Abreu has never won a World Series. As a player who was perennially underrated, Abreu wasnt selected to the All-Star squad until 2004. Bobby Abreus peak was at the height of the PED era (1998-2004). Jose Abreu Chicago White Sox MLB Original Autographed Items, Topps Bobby Abreu Baseball Sports Trading Cards & Accessories, Topps Jose Ramirez 2014 Season Baseball Sports Trading Cards & Accessories; Additional site navigation. Against the Cleveland Indians in the ALDS, Abreu hit .267 with a home run, 2 RBI, and a .886 OPS but New York fell in 4 games again. His 105 OPS+, while still above league average, was his lowest as a full-time player. Lets take a look at Abreus statistics in comparison with several other outfielders who hit the Hall of Fame ballot in the last 13 years. vs. HOU 2 AB, 1 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB, Rookie Status: Total Zone Rating and initial framework for Wins above Replacement calculations provided by Sean Smith. If the answer is many hes not a Hall of Famer, if the answer turns out to be hardly any, then the case is more compelling. The Polarizing Hall of Fame Case of Omar Vizquel, Andy Pettittes Complicated Hall of Fame Case. He is expected to be the successor to In 20 postseason games, he hit .284 (19-for-67) with nine runs, six doubles, one home run, 9 RBI, two stolen bases and 12 walks. The point of this boring story is that, to recognize the excellence of Bobby Abreu, you have to look at his all-around game. Javascript is required for the selection of a player. Find out more. When other players took days off, like in Larry Walkers case, who replaced him? Dating & Relationship status He is currently single. But I do reserve the right to reconsider., Joe Posnanski,JoeBlogs (Jan. 24, 2022). So, Abreus position on this list is not necessarily an indicator that he is unworthy of the Hall of Fame but an indicator of why hes having a rough time with the BBWAA voters because he never had the wow factor that Guerrero and Jones had. Tony Gwynn, like Abreu, was a portly left-handed batter who nonetheless stole 300+ bases, but he was a slap hitter who couldn't stay in the lineup. "Those experiences have helped me out a lot so I can be here," he said. Afterward, teammate Jimmy Rollins proclaimed Abreu the King of Venezuela.. Dustin Pedroia Retires: Will he Make the Hall of Fame? Abreu, 37, vehemently disagrees with that opinion. After making his Major League Baseball debut in September 1996, he opened the 1997 season as the Astros starting right fielder. In fairness, there are three others who might have (probably would have) achieved this if not for player strikes making 150 games an impossibility: Pete Rose, Cal Ripken Jr., and Rafael Palmerio. Tony Gwynn is considered one of the greatest hitters in baseball history, and Abreus numbers are right there with him, save for the fact that he hit fewer singles. For me to work for her an effort to reach out to his non-Spanish-speaking teammates 19 not! 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