Manny Jimenez
Born: 11/19/1936 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
Died: 12/11/2017 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1962-04-11 | Final Game: 1969-05-27
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Manuel Emilio Jimenez
Biography
Manny Jimenez was a professional baseball player born in 1936, whose career spanned from 1962 to 1969. A versatile position player, Jimenez made a notable impact in Major League Baseball during a time marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-oriented game. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 429 games, accumulating a solid batting average of .272. His offensive contributions included 273 hits, 26 home runs, and 144 runs batted in (RBIs), showcasing his ability to produce at the plate.
Jimenez's playing style was characterized by a keen eye for hitting and an ability to drive in runs, which made him a valuable asset to his teams during the late 1960s. While he did not record any stolen bases, his focus on hitting and run production underscored his role as a consistent contributor rather than a speedster on the basepaths. Despite the challenges of playing in an era dominated by emerging power hitters, Jimenez carved out a respectable career that left a mark in the annals of baseball history. He retired on May 27, 1969, leaving behind a legacy as a reliable position player of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 429 | 1003 | 90 | 273 | 43 | 4 | 26 | 144 | 0 | 75 | 97 | 0.272 | 0.337 | 0.401 | 0.738 | 1478.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | KC1 | AL | 139 | 479 | 48 | 144 | 24 | 2 | 11 | 69 | 0 | 31 | 34 | 0.301 | 827.8 |
| 1963 | KC1 | AL | 60 | 157 | 12 | 44 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 16 | 14 | 0.280 | 151.0 |
| 1964 | KC1 | AL | 95 | 204 | 19 | 46 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 38 | 0 | 15 | 24 | 0.225 | 182.8 |
| 1966 | KC1 | AL | 13 | 35 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 0.114 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | PIT | NL | 50 | 56 | 3 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.250 | -7.9 |
| 1968 | PIT | NL | 66 | 66 | 7 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 15 | 0.303 | 324.9 |
| 1969 | CHC | NL | 6 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 234 | 226 | 329 | 17 | 12 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | KC1 | OF | 122 | 121 | 185 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| 1963 | KC1 | OF | 40 | 40 | 66 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 1964 | KC1 | OF | 49 | 46 | 59 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 1966 | KC1 | OF | 12 | 10 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1967 | PIT | OF | 6 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1968 | PIT | OF | 5 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 213 |
| Right Field | 22 |