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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | SDP | NL | 143 | 549 | 58 | 122 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 21 | 54 | 34 | 0.222 | -1927.4 |
| 1972 | SDP | NL | 114 | 329 | 33 | 64 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 24 | 22 | 25 | 0.195 | -1579.3 |
| 1973 | SDP | NL | 70 | 247 | 26 | 55 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 15 | 17 | 14 | 0.223 | -1148.3 |
| 1974 | SDP | NL | 147 | 512 | 55 | 119 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 34 | 37 | 38 | 36 | 0.232 | -1877.2 |
| 1975 | SDP | NL | 116 | 344 | 37 | 75 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 19 | 20 | 26 | 25 | 0.218 | -1516.2 |
| 1976 | SDP | NL | 113 | 340 | 31 | 87 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 24 | 12 | 32 | 16 | 0.256 | -338.2 |
| 1977 | SDP | NL | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | LAD | NL | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | SDN | SS | 143 | 141 | 260 | 445 | 33 | 82 |
| 1972 | SDN | SS | 107 | 105 | 169 | 319 | 19 | 59 |
| 1972 | SDN | OF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | SDN | SS | 67 | 64 | 106 | 190 | 7 | 42 |
| 1974 | SDN | SS | 145 | 144 | 229 | 449 | 24 | 64 |
| 1975 | SDN | SS | 111 | 95 | 168 | 327 | 18 | 70 |
| 1976 | SDN | SS | 101 | 93 | 132 | 344 | 18 | 64 |
| 1977 | SDN | SS | 7 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | LAN | SS | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 |