Leo Hernandez, baseball player, 1982-1986

Leo Hernandez

Born: 11/6/1959 in Santa Lucia, Miranda, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 1982-09-19 | Final Game: 1986-10-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Leonardo Jesus Hernandez

Biography

Leo Hernandez, born in 1959, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1982 to 1986. As a position player, he appeared in a total of 85 games, showcasing his talents primarily in the outfield and infield. Over the course of his career, Hernandez recorded 56 hits, including 7 home runs and 30 RBIs, resulting in a batting average of .226. He also contributed with 1 stolen base, demonstrating a modest ability to create opportunities on the base paths. Hernandez's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the transition from the power-hitting era of the late 1970s and early 1980s to the more dynamic styles of play that would soon emerge. While his offensive numbers may not have placed him among the elite of his time, Hernandez's versatility and dedication to the game marked him as a reliable teammate. His contributions to his teams during the mid-1980s helped pave the way for the next generation of players, reflecting the evolving nature of baseball during that era.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
85 248 23 56 8 1 7 30 1 13 33 0.226 0.263 0.351 0.614 -296.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 2 0 0 0
2B 1 0 1 0 0 0
3B 71 64 47 119 13 3
OF 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1
Second Base 1
Third Base 71
Left Field 1
Designated Hitter 8