Luis Aguayo
Born: 3/13/1959 in Vega Baja, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1980-04-19 | Final Game: 1989-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 173 lbs
Biography
Luis Aguayo, born in 1959, was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1980 to 1989. Over the course of his career, Aguayo played in 568 games, amassing 260 hits and hitting 37 home runs, which contributed to a career batting average of .236. He also recorded 109 RBIs and demonstrated speed on the base paths with 7 stolen bases.
Aguayo was known for his adaptability, playing multiple infield positions, which allowed him to contribute to various teams during his tenure in the league. His career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, with the sport evolving in terms of player dynamics and strategies. While not a superstar, Aguayo’s reliability and work ethic made him a valuable asset to the rosters he joined, leaving a lasting impression on teammates and fans alike. He retired from professional play on September 30, 1989, concluding a decade that saw significant changes in the game, including increased player mobility and the rise of free agency.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 568 | 1104 | 142 | 260 | 43 | 10 | 37 | 109 | 7 | 94 | 220 | 0.236 | 0.304 | 0.393 | 0.697 | -520.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | PHI | NL | 20 | 47 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.277 | 4.7 |
| 1981 | PHI | NL | 45 | 84 | 11 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 15 | 0.214 | -208.3 |
| 1982 | PHI | NL | 50 | 56 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 0.268 | 181.4 |
| 1983 | PHI | NL | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | PHI | NL | 58 | 72 | 15 | 20 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 8 | 16 | 0.278 | 184.3 |
| 1985 | PHI | NL | 91 | 165 | 27 | 46 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 21 | 1 | 22 | 26 | 0.279 | 606.0 |
| 1986 | PHI | NL | 62 | 133 | 17 | 28 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 8 | 26 | 0.211 | -344.8 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | 94 | 209 | 25 | 43 | 9 | 1 | 12 | 21 | 0 | 15 | 56 | 0.206 | -303.7 |
| 1988 | NYY | AL | 50 | 140 | 12 | 35 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 33 | 0.250 | -226.2 |
| 1988 | PHI | NL | 49 | 97 | 9 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 13 | 17 | 0.247 | -226.2 |
| 1989 | CLE | AL | 47 | 97 | 7 | 17 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 19 | 0.175 | -476.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | NEDIV | PHI | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 147 | 80 | 203 | 286 | 15 | 54 |
| 3B | 97 | 54 | 46 | 139 | 11 | 9 |
| SS | 259 | 134 | 234 | 442 | 28 | 85 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | PHI | 2B | 14 | 12 | 41 | 35 | 3 | 9 |
| 1980 | PHI | SS | 5 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | PHI | 2B | 21 | 13 | 27 | 33 | 4 | 8 |
| 1981 | PHI | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | PHI | SS | 21 | 7 | 12 | 28 | 1 | 6 |
| 1982 | PHI | 2B | 21 | 11 | 21 | 36 | 2 | 3 |
| 1982 | PHI | 3B | 5 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | PHI | SS | 15 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 2 |
| 1983 | PHI | SS | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | PHI | 2B | 12 | 4 | 14 | 28 | 0 | 5 |
| 1984 | PHI | 3B | 14 | 4 | 1 | 19 | 2 | 1 |
| 1984 | PHI | SS | 10 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1985 | PHI | 2B | 17 | 3 | 27 | 25 | 1 | 5 |
| 1985 | PHI | 3B | 7 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 1 |
| 1985 | PHI | SS | 60 | 36 | 61 | 117 | 8 | 21 |
| 1986 | PHI | 2B | 31 | 16 | 32 | 57 | 3 | 10 |
| 1986 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | PHI | SS | 20 | 14 | 25 | 33 | 2 | 9 |
| 1987 | PHI | 2B | 6 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 1 |
| 1987 | PHI | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | PHI | SS | 78 | 49 | 81 | 154 | 7 | 29 |
| 1988 | NYA | 2B | 13 | 7 | 14 | 21 | 2 | 3 |
| 1988 | NYA | 3B | 33 | 29 | 20 | 54 | 3 | 4 |
| 1988 | NYA | SS | 6 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 1988 | PHI | 2B | 2 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 3 |
| 1988 | PHI | 3B | 13 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 4 | 1 |
| 1988 | PHI | SS | 27 | 17 | 32 | 55 | 3 | 12 |
| 1989 | CLE | 2B | 10 | 9 | 17 | 28 | 0 | 7 |
| 1989 | CLE | 3B | 19 | 12 | 9 | 29 | 2 | 1 |
| 1989 | CLE | SS | 15 | 4 | 8 | 23 | 3 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 147 |
| Third Base | 97 |
| Shortstop | 259 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CLE | AL | $275,000 |
| 1988 | PHI | NL | $375,000 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | $325,000 |
| 1986 | PHI | NL | $275,000 |
| 1985 | PHI | NL | $237,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,487,000 | ||