Bo Diaz
Born: 3/23/1953 in Cua, Miranda, Venezuela
Died: 11/23/1990 in Caracas, Distrito Capital, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 1977-09-06 | Final Game: 1989-07-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Baudilio Jose Diaz
Biography
Bo Diaz was a prominent baseball player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1977 to 1989. Born in 1953, Diaz played the majority of his career as a position player, showcasing his skills across several teams. Over the course of 993 games, he accumulated 834 hits, 87 home runs, and 452 runs batted in, finishing his career with a batting average of .255. Known for his solid defensive abilities and powerful swing, Diaz became a key contributor to his teams during the era of offensive growth in baseball.
Diaz was selected as an All-Star twice, underscoring his status as one of the notable players of his time. He demonstrated versatility and resilience on the field, recorded 9 stolen bases, and played a crucial role in the dynamics of the teams he was part of. His career spanned a transformative period in baseball history, where the game saw a shift towards more offensive production, and his contributions helped pave the way for future generations of players. Diaz remains a respected figure in the annals of baseball history for his dedication to the sport and his impactful performances on the diamond.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 993 | 3274 | 327 | 834 | 162 | 5 | 87 | 452 | 9 | 198 | 429 | 0.255 | 0.297 | 0.387 | 0.684 | -2893.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | BOS | AL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | CLE | AL | 44 | 127 | 12 | 30 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 0.236 | -401.9 |
| 1979 | CLE | AL | 15 | 32 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.156 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 76 | 207 | 15 | 47 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 32 | 1 | 7 | 27 | 0.227 | -712.8 |
| 1981 | CLE | AL | 63 | 182 | 25 | 57 | 19 | 0 | 7 | 38 | 2 | 13 | 23 | 0.313 | 839.2 |
| 1982 | PHI | NL | 144 | 525 | 69 | 151 | 29 | 1 | 18 | 85 | 3 | 36 | 87 | 0.288 | 900.1 |
| 1983 | PHI | NL | 136 | 471 | 49 | 111 | 17 | 0 | 15 | 64 | 1 | 38 | 57 | 0.236 | -677.3 |
| 1984 | PHI | NL | 27 | 75 | 5 | 16 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0.213 | -277.3 |
| 1985 | CIN | NL | 51 | 161 | 12 | 42 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 15 | 18 | 0.261 | -84.0 |
| 1985 | PHI | NL | 26 | 76 | 9 | 16 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 0.211 | -84.0 |
| 1986 | CIN | NL | 134 | 474 | 50 | 129 | 21 | 0 | 10 | 56 | 1 | 40 | 52 | 0.272 | -170.3 |
| 1987 | CIN | NL | 140 | 496 | 49 | 134 | 28 | 1 | 15 | 82 | 1 | 19 | 73 | 0.270 | -505.9 |
| 1988 | CIN | NL | 92 | 315 | 26 | 69 | 9 | 0 | 10 | 35 | 0 | 7 | 41 | 0.219 | -1059.7 |
| 1989 | CIN | NL | 43 | 132 | 6 | 27 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 0.205 | -608.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 28 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | WS | PHI | 5 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 |
| 1983 | NLCS | PHI | 4 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.154 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 965 | 869 | 5294 | 525 | 82 | 60 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | BOS | C | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | CLE | C | 44 | 39 | 183 | 18 | 6 | 4 |
| 1979 | CLE | C | 15 | 11 | 63 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| 1980 | CLE | C | 75 | 52 | 317 | 35 | 4 | 4 |
| 1981 | CLE | C | 51 | 43 | 247 | 27 | 7 | 0 |
| 1982 | PHI | C | 144 | 135 | 850 | 80 | 10 | 7 |
| 1983 | PHI | C | 134 | 125 | 903 | 97 | 14 | 7 |
| 1984 | PHI | C | 23 | 22 | 114 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 1985 | CIN | C | 51 | 47 | 301 | 32 | 4 | 8 |
| 1985 | PHI | C | 24 | 20 | 127 | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| 1986 | CIN | C | 134 | 129 | 732 | 83 | 13 | 10 |
| 1987 | CIN | C | 137 | 130 | 747 | 70 | 7 | 6 |
| 1988 | CIN | C | 88 | 81 | 468 | 44 | 5 | 9 |
| 1989 | CIN | C | 43 | 35 | 237 | 14 | 4 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 966 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Player of the Month | July |
| 1987 | Player of the Week | Week of 1987-07-03 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CIN | NL | $900,000 |
| 1988 | CIN | NL | $850,000 |
| 1987 | CIN | NL | $825,000 |
| 1986 | CIN | NL | $775,000 |
| 1985 | PHI | NL | $620,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,970,000 | ||