Lorencito Fernandez
Born: 6/23/1939 in Havana, La Habana, Cuba
Died: 11/30/2020 in Miami, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1968-04-20 | Final Game: 1968-09-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Lorenzo Marto Fernandez
Biography
Lorencito Fernandez was a professional baseball player born in 1939, who played as a position player during a brief career that spanned from 1968 to 1968. He made his Major League debut on April 20, 1968, and concluded his playing days on September 15 of the same year. Although he only appeared in 24 games, his journey through the sport reflects the challenges faced by many players during the late 1960s, a time when the game was transitioning into a new era marked by increasing specialization and the blossoming of power hitters.
Throughout his time in the league, Fernandez recorded 2 hits in 18 at-bats, giving him a batting average of 0.111. He did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, and he finished his career without any stolen bases. Despite these modest statistics, Fernandez's presence on the field during a transformative period in baseball history contributed to the rich tapestry of the game's narrative. His brief stint in the Major Leagues serves as a reminder of the many players who aspire to reach the pinnacle of professional baseball, highlighting the competitive nature of the sport and the fleeting opportunities that often define a player's career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.111 | 0.158 | 0.111 | 0.269 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | BAL | AL | 24 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 7 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | BAL | 2B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1968 | BAL | SS | 7 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 4 |
| Shortstop | 7 |