Juan Delis
Born: 2/27/1928 in Santiago de Cuba, Santiago de Cuba, Cuba
Died: 7/23/2003 in Havana, La Habana, Cuba
MLB Debut: 1955-04-16 | Final Game: 1955-09-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Juan Francisco Delis
Biography
Juan Delis, born in 1928, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues during the mid-1950s. His career spanned from April 16, 1955, to September 18, 1955, during which he played as a position player in a total of 54 games. Delis recorded 25 hits and drove in 11 runs, finishing his abbreviated career with a batting average of .189. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed to his team with a notable stolen base, showcasing his speed and agility on the base paths.
Delis's time in the Major Leagues coincided with a transformative era in baseball, marked by the integration of players of diverse backgrounds and the evolving strategies of the game. Although his statistical output may not reflect the dominant performances seen from some of his contemporaries, Delis's presence on the field during this period adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history. His journey through the sport serves as a reminder of the myriad players who have contributed to the game, each with their unique stories and experiences.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54 | 132 | 12 | 25 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 0.189 | 0.219 | 0.227 | 0.446 | -908.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | WSN | AL | 54 | 132 | 12 | 25 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 0.189 | -908.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 24 | 21 | 11 | 45 | 5 | 6 |
| OF | 8 | 8 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | WS1 | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | WS1 | 3B | 24 | 21 | 11 | 45 | 5 | 6 |
| 1955 | WS1 | OF | 8 | 8 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 24 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 6 |