Chico Garcia
Born: 12/24/1924 in Veracruz, Veracruz, Mexico
Died: 8/16/2007 in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico
MLB Debut: 1954-04-24 | Final Game: 1954-09-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Vinicio Otilio Garcia
Biography
Chico Garcia, born in 1924, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during the 1954 season. His major league career, albeit brief, spanned from April 24 to September 20 of that year. Garcia appeared in 39 games, where he recorded 7 hits and drove in 5 runs, finishing the season with a batting average of .113. Despite not hitting any home runs and not stealing any bases, his contributions to the teams he played for were part of the larger tapestry of Major League Baseball during the mid-20th century.
Garcia's time in the big leagues coincided with a period of significant change and evolution in baseball, as the sport was beginning to integrate and embrace a broader array of talent. While his individual statistics may not reflect a standout career, players like Garcia played essential roles in their respective teams and were part of the rich history of the game during a transitional era. His journey embodies the experiences of many players who participated in the league during the early years of the modern game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | 62 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 0.113 | 0.211 | 0.177 | 0.389 | -512.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | BAL | AL | 39 | 62 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 0.113 | -512.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 24 | 20 | 57 | 44 | 4 | 15 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | BAL | 2B | 24 | 20 | 57 | 44 | 4 | 15 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 24 |