Victor Cruz
Born: 12/24/1957 in Rancho Viejo, La Vega, D.R.
Died: 9/26/2004 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1978-06-24 | Final Game: 1983-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 174 lbs
Full name: Victor Manuel Cruz
Biography
Victor Cruz, born in 1957, was a talented pitcher whose career spanned from 1978 until his retirement on October 1, 1983. Known for his effective pitching style and competitive spirit, Cruz made a significant impact in the league during his playing years. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 18-23, showcasing his ability to compete at a high level despite the challenges of the era. With an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 3.09, Cruz proved to be a reliable option on the mound, managing to strike out 248 batters and secure 37 saves throughout his tenure.
Cruz's contributions as a pitcher came at a time when the game was evolving, with an increasing emphasis on specialization and the development of relief pitching roles. His ability to close games effectively with 37 saves highlighted his skill in high-pressure situations. Although he may not have achieved the stardom of some of his contemporaries, Victor Cruz remains a respected figure in baseball history, remembered for his work ethic and dedication to the craft of pitching.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 23 | 187 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 271.0 | 218 | 93 | 28 | 131 | 248 | 3.09 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | TOR | AL | 7 | 3 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 47.3 | 28 | 9 | 35 | 51 | 1.71 | 1165.4 |
| 1979 | CLE | AL | 3 | 9 | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 78.7 | 70 | 37 | 44 | 63 | 4.23 | -993.5 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 6 | 7 | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 86.0 | 71 | 33 | 27 | 88 | 3.45 | 1264.3 |
| 1981 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 34.0 | 33 | 10 | 15 | 28 | 2.65 | -920.6 |
| 1983 | TEX | AL | 1 | 3 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 25.0 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 18 | 1.44 | 124.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 187 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | TOR | AL | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | CLE | AL | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | PIT | NL | 22 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | TEX | AL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 187 | 0 | 5 | 21 | 4 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | TOR | P | 32 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | CLE | P | 61 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1980 | CLE | P | 55 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1981 | PIT | P | 22 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1983 | TEX | P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 187 |