Angel Aragon
Born: 8/2/1890 in Havana, La Habana, Cuba
Died: 1/24/1952 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-08-20 | Final Game: 1917-07-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'5" | Weight: 150 lbs
Biography
Angel Aragon was a professional baseball player born in 1890, who played as a position player during a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1914 to 1917. His playing career unfolded during a time of significant transformation in the sport, as the game was beginning to emerge from the deadball era into a more dynamic style of play. Aragon appeared in 32 games, where he recorded 9 hits and achieved a batting average of .118. He contributed 5 RBIs and showcased his speed on the basepaths with 2 stolen bases, although he did not hit any home runs during his time in the league.
Despite the limited success reflected in his statistics, Aragon's involvement in Major League Baseball during these years places him among a select group of players who participated in the early stages of the game’s evolution. His career, while short, represents the struggles and aspirations of many players in the early 20th century who sought to make their mark in a sport that was rapidly gaining popularity in America. Aragon's legacy, like many of his contemporaries, is a reminder of the rich tapestry of baseball history during a pivotal era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 76 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 0.118 | 0.183 | 0.132 | 0.315 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | NYY | AL | 6 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1916 | NYY | AL | 12 | 24 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0.208 | 0.0 |
| 1917 | NYY | AL | 14 | 45 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.067 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 12 | 0 | 9 | 26 | 3 | 1 |
| OF | 9 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | NYA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1916 | NYA | 3B | 8 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 3 | 0 |
| 1916 | NYA | OF | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1917 | NYA | 3B | 4 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| 1917 | NYA | SS | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1917 | NYA | OF | 6 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 12 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
| Left Field | 5 |
| Center Field | 3 |
| Right Field | 1 |