Rafael Landestoy
Born: 5/28/1953 in Bani, Peravia, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1977-08-27 | Final Game: 1984-09-30
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Rafael Silvaldo Landestoy
Biography
Rafael Landestoy, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player who graced the Major League Baseball (MLB) fields from 1977 until 1984. Primarily known for his versatility as a position player, Landestoy appeared in 596 games over the course of his career. He accumulated a total of 291 hits, which included four home runs and 83 runs batted in (RBIs). His batting average stood at .237, and he showcased his speed on the bases with 54 stolen bases, highlighting his capability to influence the game not just with his bat but also with his agility.
Playing primarily during the late 1970s and early 1980s, Landestoy was part of a transitional era in baseball, characterized by the emergence of more athletic players and an increase in offensive strategies. His contributions to the teams he played for were marked by a solid work ethic and an ability to adapt to various roles on the field. Although Landestoy may not have been a household name, his dedication and performance in the game reflected the spirit of a generation of players who helped shape the modern landscape of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 596 | 1230 | 134 | 291 | 32 | 17 | 4 | 83 | 54 | 100 | 123 | 0.237 | 0.296 | 0.300 | 0.596 | -3412.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | LAD | NL | 15 | 18 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0.278 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | HOU | NL | 59 | 218 | 18 | 58 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 23 | 0.266 | -594.1 |
| 1979 | HOU | NL | 129 | 282 | 33 | 76 | 9 | 6 | 0 | 30 | 13 | 29 | 24 | 0.270 | -311.3 |
| 1980 | HOU | NL | 149 | 393 | 42 | 97 | 13 | 8 | 1 | 27 | 23 | 31 | 37 | 0.247 | -876.1 |
| 1981 | CIN | NL | 12 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | HOU | NL | 35 | 74 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 16 | 9 | 0.149 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | CIN | NL | 73 | 111 | 11 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 0.189 | -595.4 |
| 1983 | CIN | NL | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | LAD | NL | 64 | 64 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0.172 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | LAD | NL | 53 | 54 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0.185 | -350.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0.182 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | NLCS | LAN | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1980 | NLCS | HOU | 5 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0.222 |
| 1977 | WS | LAN | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2B | 296 | 145 | 381 | 504 | 22 | 114 |
| 3B | 46 | 14 | 20 | 48 | 3 | 8 |
| OF | 22 | 3 | 19 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| SS | 124 | 99 | 157 | 300 | 11 | 53 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | LAN | 2B | 8 | 1 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 2 |
| 1977 | LAN | SS | 3 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | HOU | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1978 | HOU | SS | 50 | 48 | 65 | 132 | 4 | 18 |
| 1978 | HOU | OF | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | HOU | 2B | 114 | 68 | 166 | 234 | 12 | 53 |
| 1979 | HOU | SS | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1980 | HOU | 2B | 94 | 40 | 97 | 134 | 2 | 33 |
| 1980 | HOU | 3B | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | HOU | SS | 65 | 48 | 87 | 157 | 7 | 34 |
| 1981 | CIN | 2B | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | HOU | 2B | 31 | 24 | 52 | 63 | 4 | 11 |
| 1982 | CIN | 2B | 16 | 5 | 27 | 23 | 0 | 4 |
| 1982 | CIN | 3B | 21 | 11 | 12 | 31 | 0 | 7 |
| 1982 | CIN | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CIN | OF | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | CIN | 1B | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1983 | CIN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | CIN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | LAN | 2B | 14 | 4 | 15 | 21 | 0 | 6 |
| 1983 | LAN | 3B | 10 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | LAN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | LAN | OF | 10 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | LAN | 2B | 14 | 3 | 15 | 16 | 4 | 4 |
| 1984 | LAN | 3B | 11 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| 1984 | LAN | OF | 5 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Second Base | 297 |
| Third Base | 46 |
| Shortstop | 125 |
| Left Field | 12 |
| Center Field | 4 |
| Right Field | 7 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Player of the Week | Week of 1979-09-07 |