Mike Diaz, baseball player, 1983-1988

Mike Diaz

Born: 4/15/1960 in San Francisco, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1983-09-15 | Final Game: 1988-10-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Michael Anthony Diaz

Biography

Mike Diaz, born in 1960, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1983 to 1988. Known for his versatility as a position player, Diaz played a total of 293 games during his career. He recorded 169 hits, which included 31 home runs and 102 runs batted in, culminating in a batting average of .247. His performance exemplified the power-hitting style that characterized the mid-1980s, a time when baseball was increasingly shifting towards offensive production. Diaz's career spanned a transformative period in baseball, marked by the emergence of more athletic and powerful players. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to his teams were significant, particularly in clutch situations. He also showcased his speed on the base paths, evidenced by his single stolen base, reflecting the multi-dimensional skill set that many players aspired to develop during this era. After his retirement, Diaz left a legacy as a solid role player who contributed to the competitive landscape of baseball in his time.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
293 683 70 169 27 2 31 102 1 71 128 0.247 0.319 0.429 0.748 445.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 97 89 776 54 10 58
3B 5 0 0 1 0 0
C 13 2 33 2 0 0
OF 94 78 116 3 4 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 13
First Base 98
Third Base 5
Left Field 73
Right Field 20
Designated Hitter 1

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1988 PIT NL $172,500
1987 PIT NL $90,000
1986 PIT NL $66,500
Total Career Earnings $329,000