Ramon Aviles
Born: 1/22/1952 in Manati, P.R.
Died: 1/27/2020 in Manati, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1977-07-10 | Final Game: 1981-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Ramon Antonio Aviles
Biography
Ramon Aviles, born in 1952, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues during the late 1970s and early 1980s. He played primarily as a position player from 1977 until his final game on October 4, 1981. Over the course of his career, Aviles appeared in 117 games, showcasing his skills at the plate with a career batting average of .268. He recorded a total of 51 hits, including 2 home runs, and contributed 24 RBIs to his teams. While he did not steal any bases, his offensive contributions were significant during his tenure.
Aviles played in an era that was characterized by a mix of traditional baseball styles and the emerging power game. While he may not have been known for his speed on the bases, his ability to hit for average placed him among the more consistent players of his time. His career, though relatively brief, reflected the competitive spirit of the late 20th century in Major League Baseball, a time when players were beginning to redefine the approach to hitting and overall gameplay. Aviles's journey through the league remains a testament to the dedication and skill required to compete at the highest level.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 117 | 190 | 21 | 51 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 24 | 0 | 21 | 22 | 0.268 | 0.341 | 0.347 | 0.688 | 21.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | BOS | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | PHI | NL | 27 | 61 | 7 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 0.279 | -19.1 |
| 1980 | PHI | NL | 51 | 101 | 12 | 28 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 10 | 9 | 0.277 | 40.0 |
| 1981 | PHI | NL | 38 | 28 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | NEDIV | PHI | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 |
| 1980 | NLCS | PHI | 1 | 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 | 63 | 27 | 82 | 86 | 5 | 20 |
| 3B | 13 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| SS | 34 | 14 | 32 | 55 | 5 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | BOS | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | PHI | 2B | 27 | 17 | 40 | 44 | 2 | 8 |
| 1980 | PHI | 2B | 15 | 9 | 28 | 22 | 3 | 9 |
| 1980 | PHI | SS | 29 | 14 | 32 | 52 | 5 | 12 |
| 1981 | PHI | 2B | 20 | 1 | 14 | 19 | 0 | 3 |
| 1981 | PHI | 3B | 13 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1981 | PHI | SS | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 63 |
| Third Base | 13 |
| Shortstop | 34 |