Enzo Hernandez, baseball player, 1971-1978

Enzo Hernandez

Born: 2/12/1949 in Valle de Guanape, Anzoátegui, Venezuela

Died: 1/13/2013 in El Tigre, Anzoátegui, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 1971-04-17 | Final Game: 1978-08-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 155 lbs

Full name: Enzo Octavio Hernandez

Biography

Enzo Hernandez was a professional baseball player born in 1949, who played in Major League Baseball from 1971 until his retirement on August 19, 1978. Primarily known for his versatility as a position player, Hernandez appeared in 714 games throughout his career. He accumulated 522 hits, showcasing his ability to make contact, although he finished with a batting average of .224. His offensive contributions included 2 home runs and 113 runs batted in, while he also displayed notable speed on the bases, stealing 129 bases during his tenure in the league. Hernandez played during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the shift from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. While he may not have been a household name, his role as a reliable utility player helped teams in various capacities, both offensively and defensively. His career, spanning just under eight seasons, reflected the dedication and resilience often found in players of his era. Despite not being among the league's leading hitters, Hernandez's contributions on the field were significant, particularly in the realm of base running, which remains a crucial aspect of the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
714 2327 241 522 66 13 2 113 129 189 151 0.224 0.283 0.266 0.550 -8386.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 3 0 0 0 0 0
SS 683 644 1068 2080 119 381

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Shortstop 684
Left Field 2
Right Field 1

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1974 Player of the Week Week of 1974-08-09