Francisco Arcia
Born: 9/14/1989 in Maiquetia, Vargas, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2018-07-26 | Final Game: 2018-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Francisco Antonio Arcia
Biography
Francisco Arcia, born in 1989, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief but impactful career from 2018. Primarily serving as a position player, Arcia played in a total of 41 games, showcasing his power at the plate with 6 home runs and driving in 23 runs. Despite finishing his career with a batting average of .204, he demonstrated the potential for significant contributions in crucial moments, particularly as a power-hitting option off the bench.
Arcia's tenure in the major leagues was characterized by his versatility and ability to perform under pressure. He made his debut on July 26, 2018, and remained active until September 30 of the same year. Although his time in the spotlight was limited, his performance reflected the ongoing evolution of offensive strategies in baseball, where players with the ability to hit for power are increasingly valued. After his retirement, Arcia's brief career remains a testament to the challenges and opportunities faced by players in a competitive era marked by rapid changes in the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | 103 | 10 | 21 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 0.204 | 0.226 | 0.427 | 0.654 | -219.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | LAA | AL | 41 | 103 | 10 | 21 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 0.204 | -219.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| C | 34 | 25 | 190 | 15 | 2 | 1 |
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | LAA | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | LAA | C | 34 | 25 | 190 | 15 | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 | LAA | 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
| Catcher | 34 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |