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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | CIN | NL | 39 | 99 | 10 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 4 | 27 | 0.212 | -256.5 |
| 1960 | PHI | NL | 78 | 241 | 27 | 72 | 17 | 5 | 6 | 33 | 2 | 11 | 47 | 0.299 | -256.5 |
| 1961 | PHI | NL | 126 | 426 | 58 | 118 | 16 | 8 | 12 | 58 | 15 | 49 | 66 | 0.277 | 836.6 |
| 1962 | PHI | NL | 118 | 437 | 76 | 132 | 16 | 4 | 20 | 63 | 17 | 40 | 82 | 0.302 | 1745.8 |
| 1963 | PHI | NL | 155 | 555 | 78 | 170 | 36 | 12 | 4 | 66 | 13 | 53 | 68 | 0.306 | 2056.3 |
| 1964 | PHI | NL | 131 | 421 | 55 | 117 | 25 | 3 | 4 | 40 | 0 | 44 | 74 | 0.278 | 585.1 |
| 1965 | PHI | NL | 108 | 370 | 48 | 109 | 19 | 1 | 13 | 41 | 3 | 31 | 52 | 0.295 | 1218.3 |
| 1966 | PHI | NL | 132 | 384 | 53 | 110 | 20 | 4 | 6 | 40 | 2 | 26 | 60 | 0.286 | 562.9 |
| 1967 | PHI | NL | 149 | 508 | 74 | 172 | 23 | 9 | 9 | 59 | 10 | 47 | 58 | 0.339 | 3001.4 |
| 1968 | PHI | NL | 121 | 416 | 45 | 110 | 13 | 4 | 3 | 38 | 6 | 40 | 42 | 0.264 | 472.3 |
| 1969 | ATL | NL | 89 | 320 | 51 | 94 | 15 | 2 | 10 | 50 | 3 | 27 | 22 | 0.294 | 888.4 |
| 1969 | SDP | NL | 53 | 182 | 17 | 41 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 19 | 24 | 0.225 | 888.4 |
| 1970 | ATL | NL | 123 | 430 | 57 | 114 | 18 | 2 | 7 | 55 | 3 | 46 | 45 | 0.265 | 100.1 |
| 1970 | LAA | AL | 26 | 92 | 9 | 28 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 11 | 0.304 | 100.1 |
| 1971 | LAA | AL | 111 | 314 | 32 | 77 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 38 | 0 | 28 | 28 | 0.245 | -445.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | CIN | OF | 31 | 23 | 43 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1960 | PHI | OF | 67 | 56 | 146 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 1961 | PHI | OF | 118 | 107 | 246 | 7 | 4 | 4 |
| 1962 | PHI | OF | 114 | 110 | 268 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 1963 | PHI | OF | 151 | 144 | 263 | 11 | 4 | 2 |
| 1964 | PHI | OF | 119 | 100 | 243 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 1965 | PHI | OF | 104 | 92 | 167 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1966 | PHI | OF | 121 | 92 | 206 | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| 1967 | PHI | OF | 143 | 125 | 260 | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| 1968 | PHI | OF | 117 | 109 | 227 | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| 1969 | ATL | OF | 82 | 76 | 173 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1969 | SDN | OF | 49 | 47 | 114 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1970 | ATL | OF | 119 | 111 | 235 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1970 | CAL | OF | 24 | 21 | 46 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1971 | CAL | OF | 88 | 73 | 146 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
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 |