Danny Garcia, baseball player, 1981-1981

Danny Garcia

Born: 4/29/1954 in Brooklyn, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1981-04-26 | Final Game: 1981-05-26

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 182 lbs

Full name: Daniel Raphael Garcia

Biography

Danny Garcia, born in 1954, had a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball, playing from April 26 to May 26, 1981. As a position player, Garcia appeared in 12 games during his time in the league. He recorded 2 hits, resulting in a batting average of .143, and he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs. Despite the limited playing time, his journey to the major leagues was emblematic of the challenges faced by many players during the transitional era of the late 1970s and early 1980s, a period marked by shifting player dynamics and evolving styles of play. Garcia's experience in the majors, although short-lived, reflects the competitive nature of professional baseball where only a select few make it to the highest level. While his statistics may not have been substantial, his presence in the league served as an inspiration for aspiring players, illustrating that the dream of playing professionally can become a reality, even if only for a fleeting moment. His time in the sport remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the efforts and aspirations of those who have worn a major league uniform.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
12 14 4 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.143 0.143 0.143 0.286 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 0 1 0 0 0
OF 6 2 6 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 2
Left Field 1
Right Field 5

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Bernard M Baruch College New York NY 1973, 1974, 1975