Remy Hermoso
Born: 10/1/1947 in Puerto Cabello, Carabobo, Venezuela
Died: 8/22/2020 in Puerto Cabello, Carabobo, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 1967-09-14 | Final Game: 1974-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Angel Remigio Hermoso
Biography
Remy Hermoso, born in 1947, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1967 to 1974. Primarily known as a position player, Hermoso played in a total of 91 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. His playing style was characterized by speed on the bases, as he recorded 6 stolen bases over his career. While he did not achieve notable power numbers, finishing with 0 home runs, he contributed to his teams with a total of 47 hits and 8 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .211.
Hermoso's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, just before the advent of the designated hitter rule and amidst the growing popularity of power hitters. Though his statistical contributions were modest, he represented the determination and grit of players during the late 1960s to early 1970s, a time when the game was evolving and strategies were shifting. While he may not have left a lasting mark in terms of home runs or RBIs, his journey through the majors reflects the diverse tapestry of baseball history and the experiences of those who played the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | 223 | 25 | 47 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 14 | 21 | 0.211 | 0.259 | 0.233 | 0.493 | -1021.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | ATL | NL | 11 | 26 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | WSN | NL | 28 | 74 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 0.162 | -507.1 |
| 1970 | WSN | NL | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | CLE | AL | 48 | 122 | 15 | 27 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 7 | 0.221 | -514.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 66 | 56 | 118 | 180 | 10 | 45 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 15 | 9 | 19 | 26 | 3 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | ATL | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | ATL | SS | 9 | 8 | 16 | 24 | 2 | 4 |
| 1969 | MON | 2B | 18 | 18 | 32 | 58 | 3 | 18 |
| 1969 | MON | SS | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1970 | MON | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | MON | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | CLE | 2B | 45 | 38 | 86 | 121 | 7 | 27 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 67 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 15 |