Tony Blanco
Born: 11/10/1981 in San Juan de la Maguana, San Juan, D.R.
Died: 4/8/2025 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2005-04-04 | Final Game: 2005-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Tony Hemiphere Blanco
Biography
Tony Blanco, born in 1981, was a professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball from 2005 to 2005. Primarily serving as a position player, Blanco's career spanned a brief period, during which he played in a total of 56 games. His offensive contributions included 11 hits, 1 home run, and 7 runs batted in, culminating in a batting average of .177. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the basepaths with 1 stolen base.
Though his major league career was short-lived, Blanco's time in baseball reflected the competitive landscape of the mid-2000s, a period marked by a strong focus on power hitting and offensive production. His playing style was characterized by a blend of raw talent and potential, evident in his time with the teams he represented. Despite the challenges he faced in establishing a lasting impact at the major league level, Blanco's journey through professional baseball remains a testament to the aspirations of many athletes striving to make their mark in America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 | 62 | 7 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 19 | 0.177 | 0.215 | 0.274 | 0.490 | -395.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | WAS | NL | 56 | 62 | 7 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 19 | 0.177 | -395.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 3B | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 11 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | WAS | 1B | 3 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 2005 | WAS | 3B | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | WAS | OF | 11 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Third Base | 5 |
| Left Field | 9 |
| Right Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | WAS | NL | $316,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $316,000 | ||