Pedro Gonzalez
Born: 12/12/1937 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
Died: 1/10/2021 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1963-04-11 | Final Game: 1967-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 176 lbs
Biography
Pedro Gonzalez was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1963 to 1967. Born in 1937, Gonzalez made his mark in Major League Baseball during the mid-1960s, a period characterized by a shift towards more offensive play and the emergence of power hitters. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 407 games, accumulating 264 hits and recording a batting average of .244. His ability to contribute to his teams was evident as he drove in 70 runs and showcased his speed on the bases with 22 stolen bases.
Gonzalez’s role as a versatile player allowed him to adapt to various positions, although he is primarily remembered for his contributions as an outfielder and infielder. He hit 8 home runs during his career, demonstrating a blend of contact hitting and occasional power. Despite playing in an era that saw the rise of notable stars and strong pitching, Gonzalez's efforts on the field reflected the competitive spirit of the time, making him a valued player for the teams he represented before retiring from baseball on September 27, 1967.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 407 | 1084 | 99 | 264 | 39 | 6 | 8 | 70 | 22 | 52 | 176 | 0.244 | 0.282 | 0.313 | 0.594 | -2417.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | NYY | AL | 14 | 26 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.192 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | NYY | AL | 80 | 112 | 18 | 31 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 22 | 0.277 | 23.6 |
| 1965 | CLE | AL | 116 | 400 | 38 | 101 | 14 | 3 | 5 | 39 | 7 | 18 | 57 | 0.253 | -659.2 |
| 1965 | NYY | AL | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.400 | -659.2 |
| 1966 | CLE | AL | 110 | 352 | 21 | 82 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 8 | 15 | 54 | 0.233 | -1232.2 |
| 1967 | CLE | AL | 80 | 189 | 19 | 43 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 36 | 0.228 | -549.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | WS | NYA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 35 | 7 | 124 | 11 | 1 | 10 |
| 2B | 293 | 265 | 650 | 681 | 27 | 154 |
| 3B | 16 | 6 | 7 | 22 | 2 | 1 |
| OF | 24 | 6 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | NYA | 2B | 7 | 4 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 1964 | NYA | 1B | 31 | 6 | 114 | 11 | 1 | 10 |
| 1964 | NYA | 2B | 6 | 5 | 17 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 1964 | NYA | 3B | 9 | 5 | 7 | 18 | 2 | 1 |
| 1964 | NYA | OF | 20 | 6 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1965 | CLE | 2B | 112 | 111 | 265 | 287 | 11 | 59 |
| 1965 | CLE | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1965 | CLE | OF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | CLE | 2B | 104 | 91 | 237 | 257 | 8 | 62 |
| 1966 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | CLE | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | CLE | 1B | 4 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | CLE | 2B | 64 | 54 | 114 | 120 | 7 | 29 |
| 1967 | CLE | 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | CLE | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 35 |
| Second Base | 293 |
| Third Base | 16 |
| Shortstop | 3 |
| Left Field | 5 |
| Right Field | 19 |