Juan Bernhardt
Born: 8/31/1953 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1976-07-10 | Final Game: 1979-04-08
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Juan Ramon Bernhardt
Biography
Juan Bernhardt, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1976 to 1979. Primarily serving as a position player, Bernhardt played a total of 154 games during his brief career. He recorded 117 hits, showcasing his ability to connect with the ball, and finished with a batting average of .238. His power at the plate was evident with 9 home runs and he contributed 43 RBIs to his teams, demonstrating a solid capacity for driving in runs.
Bernhardt's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. Although he may not have achieved superstar status, his contributions as a versatile player were valuable to his teams. Additionally, his 3 stolen bases reflected an aspect of his game that emphasized speed and agility, crucial traits for a position player of his time. While his time in the majors was relatively short, Juan Bernhardt remains a notable figure for his perseverance in a competitive era of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 154 | 492 | 46 | 117 | 19 | 2 | 9 | 43 | 3 | 14 | 40 | 0.238 | 0.261 | 0.339 | 0.601 | -1478.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | NYY | AL | 10 | 21 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | SEA | AL | 89 | 305 | 32 | 74 | 9 | 2 | 7 | 30 | 2 | 5 | 26 | 0.243 | -987.5 |
| 1978 | SEA | AL | 54 | 165 | 13 | 38 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 9 | 10 | 0.230 | -491.0 |
| 1979 | SEA | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 33 | 31 | 297 | 32 | 4 | 26 |
| 3B | 44 | 36 | 35 | 74 | 4 | 2 |
| OF | 4 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | NYA | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | NYA | OF | 4 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1977 | SEA | 1B | 8 | 6 | 51 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| 1977 | SEA | 3B | 21 | 16 | 18 | 37 | 1 | 1 |
| 1978 | SEA | 1B | 25 | 25 | 246 | 27 | 3 | 20 |
| 1978 | SEA | 3B | 22 | 19 | 17 | 36 | 3 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 33 |
| Third Base | 44 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 58 |