Martin Dihigo
⭐ Hall of Fame 1977
Born: 5/25/1905 in Cidra, Matanzas, Cuba
Died: 5/20/1971 in Cienfuegos, Cienfuegos, Cuba
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Martin Magdaleno Dihigo
Biography
Martin Dihigo, born in 1905, was a legendary figure in baseball history, renowned for his exceptional versatility as a position player during his career, which spanned from 1945 until September 30 of that year. Although his official statistics reflect 0 games played, 0 hits, 0 home runs, 0 RBIs, a batting average of 0.0, and 0 stolen bases, Dihigo's impact on the game transcended mere numbers. He was celebrated for his remarkable skills, playing multiple positions, and was known for his prowess in both the Negro Leagues and professional baseball in Cuba. His ability to excel in various roles on the field made him a unique and invaluable player of his era.
Dihigo's contributions to baseball were not only limited to his on-field performance; he was also a trailblazer during a time when the sport was grappling with racial segregation. His induction into the Hall of Fame in 1977 solidified his legacy as one of the most significant players in the history of the game. Dihigo's status as a pioneering athlete and his multifaceted playing style have earned him a revered place in baseball lore, serving as an inspiration for future generations of players.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 370.0 | 330.0 | 66.0 | 106.0 | 19.0 | 1.0 | 25.0 | 44.0 | 34.0 | 2.0 | 7.0 | 0.321 | 0.390 | 0.612 | 1.002 |
Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27.0 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 12.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 122.0 | 66.0 | 34.0 | 13.0 | 0 | 0 | 2.23 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | 4.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.250 | .000 | 0.250 |
| 1926 | 10.0 | 7.0 | 2.0 | 4.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.571 | 0.700 | 1.571 | 2.271 |
| 1927 | 33.0 | 33.0 | 5.0 | 13.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 4.0 | 11.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.394 | 0.394 | 0.879 | 1.273 |
| 1928 | 31.0 | 30.0 | 4.0 | 10.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.355 | 0.600 | 0.955 |
| 1929 | 7.0 | 5.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.400 | 0.500 | 1.000 | 1.500 |
| 1931 | 10.0 | 10.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 | 0.200 | 0.200 | 0.400 |
| 1935 | 42.0 | 39.0 | 4.0 | 10.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0.256 | 0.310 | 0.308 | 0.618 |
| 1936 | 168.0 | 147.0 | 36.0 | 45.0 | 8.0 | 1.0 | 13.0 | 27.0 | 17.0 | 0 | 6.0 | 0.306 | 0.386 | 0.639 | 1.025 |
| 1945 | 65.0 | 56.0 | 11.0 | 20.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 5.0 | 9.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.357 | 0.446 | 0.554 | 1.000 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Pitching
| Season | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 13.0 | 8.0 | 3.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 2.61 |
| 1936 | 19.0 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 8.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 82.0 | 40.0 | 24.0 | 6.0 | 0 | 0 | 2.42 |
| 1945 | 6.0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 27.0 | 18.0 | 7.0 | 5.0 | 0 | 0 | 1.67 |