Luis Hernandez
Born: 6/26/1984 in Quibor, Lara, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2007-07-08 | Final Game: 2012-08-26
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Luis Armando Hernandez
Biography
Luis Hernandez, born in 1984, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 2007 to 2012. Throughout his career, he appeared in 122 games, showcasing his skills primarily in the infield. Hernandez recorded 65 hits, including 3 home runs, and accumulated 20 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .243. Known for his speed on the bases, he also successfully stole 6 bases during his time in Major League Baseball.
Hernandez's career spanned a transitional period in the game, where the emphasis on power hitting began to dominate the landscape of baseball. He contributed to his teams with solid defense and a versatile skill set, embodying the role of a reliable utility player. While not a superstar, Hernandez's determination and grit made him a valuable asset to the rosters he was part of, reflecting the hardworking spirit of many players during the late 2000s era of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 122 | 267 | 22 | 65 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 6 | 14 | 46 | 0.243 | 0.284 | 0.296 | 0.580 | -976.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | BAL | AL | 30 | 69 | 5 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 0.290 | -154.6 |
| 2008 | BAL | AL | 36 | 79 | 9 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 0.241 | -366.7 |
| 2009 | KCR | AL | 37 | 73 | 4 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 0.205 | -455.0 |
| 2010 | NYN | NL | 17 | 44 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | TEX | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 25 | 15 | 27 | 51 | 0 | 10 |
| 3B | 8 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 81 | 58 | 108 | 189 | 7 | 51 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | BAL | 2B | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 | BAL | SS | 23 | 14 | 31 | 52 | 3 | 17 |
| 2007 | BAL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | BAL | 2B | 5 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 | BAL | SS | 30 | 26 | 52 | 75 | 3 | 19 |
| 2009 | KCA | 2B | 8 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | KCA | 3B | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | KCA | SS | 23 | 15 | 20 | 52 | 1 | 13 |
| 2010 | NYN | 2B | 10 | 9 | 17 | 32 | 0 | 7 |
| 2010 | NYN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | NYN | SS | 4 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 | TEX | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | TEX | SS | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 25 |
| Third Base | 8 |
| Shortstop | 81 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | BAL | AL | $390,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $390,000 | ||