Tony Gonzalez, baseball player, 103 home runs, 1960-1971

Tony Gonzalez

Born: 8/28/1936 in Bolivia, Ciego de Ávila, Cuba

Died: 7/2/2021 in Cutler Bay, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1960-04-12 | Final Game: 1971-09-29

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Andres Antonio Gonzalez

Biography

Tony Gonzalez was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, known for his consistent performance and offensive contributions during his career, which spanned from 1960 to 1971. Born in 1936, Gonzalez played in a total of 1559 games, where he amassed 1485 hits and demonstrated his power at the plate with 103 home runs. His career batting average of .286 reflected his ability to hit effectively, making him a reliable presence in the lineup. In addition to his hitting prowess, he also recorded 615 RBIs and showcased his speed on the bases with 79 stolen bases, marking him as a versatile player of his era. Gonzalez's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, where the game was evolving with a greater emphasis on power hitting and speed. His ability to combine both aspects made him a valuable asset to his teams. Over the course of his career, he established himself as a respected figure in the sport, contributing significantly to the teams he played for and leaving a lasting legacy in the annals of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1559 5195 690 1485 238 57 103 615 79 467 706 0.286 0.350 0.413 0.764 10912.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 14 4 5 1 0 1 2 1 4 0.357

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1969 NLCS ATL 3 14 4 5 1 0 1 2 1 4 0.357

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1447 1286 2783 73 39 15

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 464
Center Field 934
Right Field 116

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1969 Most Valuable Player NL 15th 8.0 336 0
1967 Most Valuable Player NL 26th 3.0 280 0
1963 Most Valuable Player NL 23th 2.0 280 0