Edgar Diaz
Born: 2/8/1964 in Santurce, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1986-09-16 | Final Game: 1990-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 155 lbs
Biography
Edgar Diaz, born in 1964, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1986 to 1990. Primarily a position player, Diaz appeared in a total of 91 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He was known for his consistent hitting ability, finishing his career with a batting average of .268. Over the course of his career, Diaz recorded 62 hits and drove in 14 runs, showcasing his role as a reliable contributor at the plate.
Although Diaz did not hit any home runs, he demonstrated his speed on the bases with three stolen bases, adding a dynamic element to his playing style. Competing during a transitional period in baseball, he contributed to teams that were beginning to embrace a more athletic and speed-oriented game. Despite his relatively short career, Diaz's presence on the field reflected the evolving strategies of the late 1980s and early 1990s in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | 231 | 27 | 62 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 22 | 35 | 0.268 | 0.335 | 0.294 | 0.629 | -325.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | ATL | AL | 5 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | ATL | AL | 86 | 218 | 27 | 59 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 21 | 32 | 0.271 | -325.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 15 | 7 | 23 | 29 | 3 | 7 |
| 3B | 7 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 70 | 62 | 107 | 171 | 16 | 38 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | ML4 | SS | 5 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 2 |
| 1990 | ML4 | 2B | 15 | 7 | 23 | 29 | 3 | 7 |
| 1990 | ML4 | 3B | 7 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | ML4 | SS | 65 | 57 | 101 | 163 | 14 | 36 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 15 |
| Third Base | 7 |
| Shortstop | 70 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | ML4 | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $100,000 | ||