Damaso Garcia
Born: 2/7/1957 in Moca, Espaillat, D.R.
Died: 4/15/2020 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1978-06-24 | Final Game: 1989-09-12
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Damaso Domingo Garcia
Biography
Damaso Garcia, born in 1957, was a prominent infielder and outfielder who played in Major League Baseball from 1978 until 1989. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 1,032 games, accumulating 1,108 hits and achieving a commendable batting average of .283. Known for his speed and agility on the bases, Garcia recorded 203 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposing pitchers and defenses. He contributed significantly to his teams with 36 home runs and 323 RBIs, making him a valuable asset in the lineup.
Garcia was selected as an All-Star twice during his career, highlighting his status as one of the top players of his era. He played during a time when the game was evolving, transitioning from a focus on traditional small ball strategies to a more power-oriented approach. His versatility allowed him to adapt to various roles, whether as a starter or a key contributor off the bench. Damaso Garcia remains a respected figure in baseball history, celebrated for his contributions on the field and his impact on the game during the late 20th century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1032 | 3914 | 490 | 1108 | 183 | 27 | 36 | 323 | 203 | 130 | 322 | 0.283 | 0.309 | 0.371 | 0.680 | -3375.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | NYY | AL | 18 | 41 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 0.195 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | NYY | AL | 11 | 38 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.263 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | TOR | AL | 140 | 543 | 50 | 151 | 30 | 7 | 4 | 46 | 13 | 12 | 55 | 0.278 | -749.9 |
| 1981 | TOR | AL | 64 | 250 | 24 | 63 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 13 | 9 | 32 | 0.252 | -696.6 |
| 1982 | TOR | AL | 147 | 597 | 89 | 185 | 32 | 3 | 5 | 42 | 54 | 21 | 44 | 0.310 | 350.1 |
| 1983 | TOR | AL | 131 | 525 | 84 | 161 | 23 | 6 | 3 | 38 | 31 | 24 | 34 | 0.307 | 98.5 |
| 1984 | TOR | AL | 152 | 633 | 79 | 180 | 32 | 5 | 5 | 46 | 46 | 16 | 46 | 0.284 | -553.2 |
| 1985 | TOR | AL | 146 | 600 | 70 | 169 | 25 | 4 | 8 | 65 | 28 | 15 | 41 | 0.282 | -729.2 |
| 1986 | TOR | AL | 122 | 424 | 57 | 119 | 22 | 0 | 6 | 46 | 9 | 13 | 32 | 0.281 | -530.0 |
| 1988 | ATL | NL | 21 | 60 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 0.117 | -491.5 |
| 1989 | WSN | NL | 80 | 203 | 26 | 55 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 18 | 5 | 15 | 20 | 0.271 | -73.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 30 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0.233 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | ALCS | TOR | 7 | 30 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0.233 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 960 | 923 | 1928 | 2784 | 98 | 602 |
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 13 | 9 | 9 | 28 | 5 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | NYA | 2B | 16 | 14 | 36 | 35 | 3 | 10 |
| 1978 | NYA | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1979 | NYA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | NYA | SS | 10 | 9 | 9 | 28 | 4 | 4 |
| 1980 | TOR | 2B | 138 | 133 | 316 | 471 | 16 | 112 |
| 1981 | TOR | 2B | 62 | 62 | 132 | 181 | 9 | 32 |
| 1982 | TOR | 2B | 141 | 140 | 273 | 461 | 15 | 94 |
| 1983 | TOR | 2B | 130 | 125 | 266 | 360 | 12 | 75 |
| 1984 | TOR | 2B | 149 | 146 | 267 | 427 | 14 | 95 |
| 1985 | TOR | 2B | 143 | 142 | 302 | 371 | 13 | 88 |
| 1986 | TOR | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | TOR | 2B | 106 | 103 | 224 | 286 | 8 | 66 |
| 1988 | ATL | 2B | 13 | 12 | 26 | 35 | 1 | 5 |
| 1989 | MON | 2B | 62 | 46 | 86 | 157 | 7 | 25 |
| 1989 | MON | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 958 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Shortstop | 13 |
| Designated Hitter | 18 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | TSN All-Star | 2B |
| 1982 | Silver Slugger | 2B |
| 1982 | TSN All-Star | 2B |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | NYA | AL | $500,000 |
| 1989 | MON | NL | $200,000 |
| 1988 | ATL | NL | $691,507 |
| 1987 | ATL | NL | $646,726 |
| 1986 | TOR | AL | $790,000 |
| 1985 | TOR | AL | $740,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,568,233 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 24th | 2.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1982 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 26th | 5.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1980 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 4th | 35.0 | 140 | 3 |