Juan Bell
Born: 3/29/1968 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
Died: 8/24/2016 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1989-09-06 | Final Game: 1995-08-25
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 172 lbs
Biography
Juan Bell, born in 1968, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1989 to 1995. Primarily playing as a position player, Bell appeared in 329 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. He made his debut in the late 1980s, a period characterized by a transition in the game as teams began to emphasize power hitting and offensive production.
Over the course of his career, Bell recorded 177 hits, achieving a batting average of .212. He contributed to his teams with 10 home runs and 71 runs batted in, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 16 stolen bases. Although his offensive statistics might not reflect the prowess of some contemporaries, Bell played an important role as a utility player, providing teams with versatility and depth during his tenure in the league. His career, while not marked by standout individual accolades, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 329 | 836 | 107 | 177 | 30 | 6 | 10 | 71 | 16 | 84 | 189 | 0.212 | 0.284 | 0.298 | 0.582 | -2796.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | BAL | AL | 8 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | BAL | AL | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | BAL | AL | 100 | 209 | 26 | 36 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 8 | 51 | 0.172 | -1487.7 |
| 1992 | PHI | NL | 46 | 147 | 12 | 30 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 18 | 29 | 0.204 | -499.4 |
| 1993 | ATL | AL | 91 | 286 | 42 | 67 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 29 | 6 | 36 | 64 | 0.234 | -599.3 |
| 1993 | PHI | NL | 24 | 65 | 5 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 0.200 | -599.3 |
| 1994 | WSN | NL | 38 | 97 | 12 | 27 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 15 | 21 | 0.278 | 20.0 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 17 | 26 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 156 | 123 | 267 | 388 | 13 | 92 |
| 3B | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| SS | 133 | 107 | 196 | 324 | 27 | 55 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | BAL | 2B | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1989 | BAL | SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | BAL | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | BAL | 2B | 77 | 54 | 104 | 189 | 8 | 39 |
| 1991 | BAL | SS | 15 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| 1991 | BAL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | PHI | SS | 46 | 45 | 82 | 129 | 6 | 22 |
| 1993 | ML4 | 2B | 47 | 44 | 115 | 114 | 4 | 33 |
| 1993 | ML4 | SS | 40 | 36 | 67 | 110 | 7 | 20 |
| 1993 | ML4 | OF | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | PHI | SS | 22 | 20 | 33 | 57 | 9 | 11 |
| 1994 | MON | 2B | 25 | 21 | 38 | 71 | 1 | 15 |
| 1994 | MON | 3B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | MON | SS | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | BOS | 2B | 5 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 0 | 4 |
| 1995 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | BOS | SS | 6 | 5 | 6 | 12 | 3 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 156 |
| Third Base | 4 |
| Shortstop | 133 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 11 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | BOS | AL | $200,000 |
| 1993 | PHI | NL | $150,000 |
| 1992 | BAL | AL | $125,000 |
| 1991 | BAL | AL | $103,000 |
| 1990 | BAL | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $678,000 | ||