Gabe Kapler

Gabriel Stefan (Gabe) Kapler (born August 31, 1975 to a Jewish family in Hollywood, California) is a backup outfielder in Major League Baseball. He used to be a body builder and was on the cover of several magazines. From 1998-2004, Kapler has played with the Detroit Tigers (1998-99), Texas Rangers (2000-02), Colorado Rockies (2003) and Boston Red Sox (2003-04, 2005). He bats and throws right handed.

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August 31 - 1975 - Jewish - Hollywood, California - Outfielder - Major League Baseball - 1998 - 2004 - Detroit Tigers - Texas Rangers - Colorado Rockies - Boston Red Sox

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In seven major league seasons, Kapler has posted a .272 batting average with 61 home runs and 281 RBI in 742 games.

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Batting average - Home run - RBI

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Much of Kapler's value comes with his glove. He can do a fine job in all three outfield positions, combining with good range and a strong arm. Kapler is not an automatic out at the plate. An aggressive swinger who doesn't walk much, his swing is long and slow with occasional power. He is as aggressive on the bases as he is at the plate and will not hesitate to try for the extra base. Kapler played a career-high 136 games in 2004, hitting six home runs and driving in 33 runs in 290 at-bats.

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Out - Walk - Extra base - At-bats

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