Alex Diaz
Born: 10/5/1968 in Brooklyn, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-07-25 | Final Game: 1999-06-20
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Alexis Diaz
Biography
Alex Diaz, born in 1968, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1992 to 1999. Primarily playing as a position player, Diaz participated in 366 games during his career, where he showcased a blend of speed and versatility. He recorded 195 hits, contributing to a batting average of .239, while also hitting 8 home runs and driving in 75 runs. Known for his base-running prowess, he successfully stole 41 bases, demonstrating his ability to create opportunities for his team on the base paths.
Diaz played during a time when the game was evolving, with an increasing emphasis on power hitting and athleticism. While he may not have been among the game's elite sluggers, his contributions as a reliable player helped his teams compete in a highly competitive era. His career reflected the changing dynamics of baseball in the 1990s, characterized by an influx of international talent and the rise of analytics in evaluating player performance. After retiring from professional play on June 20, 1999, Diaz left behind a legacy as a dedicated athlete who played an essential role on the teams he represented.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 366 | 816 | 102 | 195 | 31 | 7 | 8 | 75 | 41 | 33 | 107 | 0.239 | 0.271 | 0.324 | 0.594 | -3299.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | ATL | AL | 22 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | ATL | AL | 32 | 69 | 9 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 12 | 0.319 | -112.9 |
| 1994 | ATL | AL | 79 | 187 | 17 | 47 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 10 | 19 | 0.251 | -601.0 |
| 1995 | SEA | AL | 103 | 270 | 44 | 67 | 14 | 0 | 3 | 27 | 18 | 13 | 27 | 0.248 | -992.8 |
| 1996 | SEA | AL | 38 | 79 | 11 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 0.241 | -355.2 |
| 1997 | TEX | AL | 28 | 90 | 8 | 20 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 0.222 | -336.5 |
| 1998 | SFG | NL | 34 | 62 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 0.129 | -673.5 |
| 1999 | HOU | NL | 30 | 50 | 3 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 13 | 0.220 | -227.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.400 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ALDS2 | SEA | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.333 |
| 1995 | ALCS | SEA | 4 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.429 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 3 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| OF | 280 | 171 | 477 | 16 | 7 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | ML4 | OF | 11 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | ML4 | OF | 28 | 15 | 46 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | ML4 | 2B | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | ML4 | OF | 73 | 44 | 137 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | SEA | OF | 88 | 56 | 145 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 1996 | SEA | OF | 28 | 16 | 55 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | TEX | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | TEX | 2B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | TEX | OF | 23 | 21 | 48 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | SFN | OF | 21 | 10 | 28 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | HOU | OF | 8 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 57 |
| Center Field | 169 |
| Right Field | 66 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | HOU | NL | $275,000 |
| 1997 | TEX | AL | $250,000 |
| 1996 | SEA | AL | $350,000 |
| 1995 | SEA | AL | $200,000 |
| 1994 | ML4 | AL | $112,000 |
| 1993 | ML4 | AL | $110,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,297,000 | ||