Dan Gonzales

Dan Gonzales, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball. His career spanned from 1979 until his final game on May 30, 1980. During this brief period, Gonzales appeared in 9 games, where he recorded 5 hits, contributing 2 runs batted in (RBIs) to his team's efforts. Although he did not hit any home runs, he displayed speed on the bases, finishing his career with 1 stolen base. Gonzales played in an era that saw a transition in baseball styles, moving away from the deadball era into a time that emphasized power and speed. His time in the major leagues may have been short, but his contributions as a role player exemplified the depth and versatility that teams sought during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Despite his limited statistics, Gonzales remains a part of baseball history, representing the many athletes who made their mark through brief, yet impactful careers.