Javier Rivas Stats & Bio | Pirates Shortstop

About Javier Rivas

Javier Rivas is a shortstop for the Pittsburgh Pirates, wearing jersey number 81 with a presence on the field that is hard to ignore. Standing at an impressive 6'6" and weighing 165 pounds, Rivas brings an unusually tall and lean frame to the shortstop position, making him one of the more distinctive athletes at his spot on the diamond. Born on September 1, 2002, in Petare, Venezuela, Rivas followed the path of many talented Latin American players, bypassing traditional schooling to pursue professional baseball directly. His Venezuelan roots have shaped his passionate and instinctive approach to the game. Still in the early stages of his professional career, Rivas represents an exciting chapter in the Pirates' ongoing commitment to developing international talent for their future.

Updated: Mar 4, 2026