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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | CHC | NL | 6 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | PIT | NL | 97 | 209 | 22 | 56 | 9 | 0 | 12 | 36 | 0 | 19 | 43 | 0.268 | 461.5 |
| 1987 | PIT | NL | 103 | 241 | 28 | 58 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 48 | 1 | 31 | 42 | 0.241 | 364.7 |
| 1988 | CHW | AL | 40 | 152 | 12 | 36 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 5 | 30 | 0.237 | -358.3 |
| 1988 | PIT | NL | 47 | 74 | 6 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 16 | 13 | 0.230 | -358.3 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | CHN | C | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | PIT | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | PIT | 1B | 20 | 17 | 146 | 5 | 1 | 9 |
| 1986 | PIT | 3B | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | PIT | OF | 38 | 35 | 55 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1987 | PIT | C | 8 | 2 | 27 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | PIT | 1B | 32 | 28 | 230 | 20 | 4 | 14 |
| 1987 | PIT | OF | 37 | 32 | 46 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1988 | CHA | 1B | 39 | 39 | 352 | 25 | 5 | 30 |
| 1988 | PIT | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | PIT | 1B | 6 | 5 | 48 | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| 1988 | PIT | OF | 19 | 11 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 | ||