Denny Gonzalez
Born: 7/22/1963 in Sabana Grande de Boya, Monte Plata, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1984-08-06 | Final Game: 1989-09-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Denio Mariano Gonzalez
Biography
Denny Gonzalez, born in 1963, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1984 to 1989. Primarily playing as a position player, Gonzalez appeared in 98 games during his time in Major League Baseball. His offensive contributions included 54 hits, four home runs, and 18 runs batted in, resulting in a career batting average of .206. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the basepaths with three stolen bases.
Gonzalez's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the increased emphasis on power hitting and the emergence of more specialized roles on the field. While his statistics may not reflect the explosive offensive numbers of many of his contemporaries, Gonzalez's versatility and determination allowed him to carve out a place in the league. His journey through the major leagues is a testament to the hard work and resilience required to compete at the highest level of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98 | 262 | 29 | 54 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 3 | 27 | 64 | 0.206 | 0.283 | 0.294 | 0.577 | -572.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | PIT | NL | 26 | 82 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 21 | 0.183 | -410.6 |
| 1985 | PIT | NL | 35 | 124 | 11 | 28 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 13 | 27 | 0.226 | -162.1 |
| 1987 | PIT | NL | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | PIT | NL | 24 | 32 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | CLE | AL | 8 | 17 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.294 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 10 | 8 | 23 | 28 | 2 | 5 |
| 3B | 35 | 28 | 20 | 54 | 6 | 6 |
| OF | 16 | 16 | 26 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| SS | 25 | 12 | 23 | 36 | 2 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | PIT | 3B | 11 | 11 | 6 | 25 | 0 | 3 |
| 1984 | PIT | SS | 10 | 10 | 15 | 28 | 2 | 7 |
| 1984 | PIT | OF | 3 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1985 | PIT | 2B | 6 | 4 | 9 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
| 1985 | PIT | 3B | 21 | 17 | 14 | 28 | 5 | 3 |
| 1985 | PIT | OF | 13 | 13 | 21 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1987 | PIT | SS | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | PIT | 2B | 4 | 4 | 14 | 14 | 2 | 3 |
| 1988 | PIT | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | PIT | SS | 14 | 1 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 1989 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 10 |
| Third Base | 35 |
| Shortstop | 25 |
| Left Field | 16 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |