Luis DeLeon
Born: 8/19/1958 in Ponce, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1981-09-06 | Final Game: 1989-05-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 153 lbs
Full name: Luis Antonio DeLeon
Biography
Luis DeLeon was a professional baseball pitcher who had a career spanning from 1981 to 1989. Born in 1958, DeLeon made a name for himself during an era characterized by evolving offensive strategies and the emergence of specialized relief pitchers. Over his career, he posted a record of 17-19, with a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.12, showcasing his ability to limit scoring in a competitive league. DeLeon's career included a notable total of 248 strikeouts and 32 saves, reflecting his skill at both starting and relieving roles.
DeLeon's playing style was marked by precision and a deep understanding of hitters, allowing him to thrive in critical situations. His contributions to the teams he played for were significant, particularly in the late innings, where his effectiveness was often highlighted. Though he may not have accumulated overwhelming statistics, his ability to perform under pressure and his solid ERA positioned him as a reliable arm during his time in Major League Baseball. As the game transitioned through the late 1980s, DeLeon's dedication and performance left a lasting impact on the teams he represented.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 19 | 207 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 32 | 334.3 | 284 | 116 | 39 | 77 | 248 | 3.12 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | STL | NL | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 2.35 | - |
| 1982 | SDP | NL | 9 | 5 | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 102.0 | 77 | 23 | 16 | 60 | 2.03 | - |
| 1983 | SDP | NL | 6 | 6 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 111.0 | 89 | 33 | 27 | 90 | 2.68 | - |
| 1984 | SDP | NL | 2 | 2 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 42.7 | 44 | 26 | 12 | 44 | 5.48 | - |
| 1985 | SDP | NL | 0 | 3 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 38.7 | 39 | 18 | 10 | 31 | 4.19 | - |
| 1987 | BAL | AL | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 20.7 | 19 | 11 | 8 | 13 | 4.79 | 311.3 |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2.25 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 209 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 0.114 | 0.162 | 0.143 | 0.305 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | STL | NL | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | SDP | NL | 61 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | SDP | NL | 65 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | SDP | NL | 32 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | SDP | NL | 29 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | BAL | AL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | 1 | 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 | 207 | 1 | 22 | 38 | 5 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | SLN | P | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | SDN | P | 61 | 0 | 13 | 18 | 3 | 1 |
| 1983 | SDN | P | 63 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 1984 | SDN | P | 32 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1985 | SDN | P | 29 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | BAL | P | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | SEA | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 207 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 5th | 10.0 | 120 | 0 |