Manuel Lee
Born: 6/17/1965 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1985-04-10 | Final Game: 1995-04-26
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 145 lbs
Full name: Manuel Lora Lee
Biography
Manuel Lee, born in 1965, was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a decade-long career in Major League Baseball from 1985 until 1995. Known primarily as a versatile position player, Lee participated in 922 games throughout his tenure, showcasing his skills mainly as an infielder. He recorded a total of 686 hits, which included 19 home runs and 249 runs batted in (RBIs), culminating in a career batting average of .255. Lee also demonstrated his speed on the bases with 31 stolen bases, making him a noteworthy contributor to his teams' offensive strategies.
Lee's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball marked by the increasing emphasis on power hitting and the evolution of player conditioning. While he may not have been a household name, his steady play and reliability in the field made him a valuable asset to the teams he represented. His ability to adapt and contribute in various roles underscored his significance in the game, as he navigated the competitive landscape of the late 1980s and early 1990s, ultimately leaving a lasting impact on fans and teammates alike before retiring in 1995.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 922 | 2693 | 304 | 686 | 88 | 20 | 19 | 249 | 31 | 201 | 531 | 0.255 | 0.305 | 0.323 | 0.629 | -5786.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | TOR | AL | 64 | 40 | 9 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | TOR | AL | 35 | 78 | 8 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0.205 | -400.1 |
| 1987 | TOR | AL | 56 | 121 | 14 | 31 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 11 | 2 | 6 | 13 | 0.256 | -349.6 |
| 1988 | TOR | AL | 116 | 381 | 38 | 111 | 16 | 3 | 2 | 38 | 3 | 26 | 64 | 0.291 | 13.7 |
| 1989 | TOR | AL | 99 | 300 | 27 | 78 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 34 | 4 | 20 | 60 | 0.260 | -441.9 |
| 1990 | TOR | AL | 117 | 391 | 45 | 95 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 41 | 3 | 26 | 90 | 0.243 | -923.0 |
| 1991 | TOR | AL | 138 | 445 | 41 | 104 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 29 | 7 | 24 | 107 | 0.234 | -1863.0 |
| 1992 | TOR | AL | 128 | 396 | 49 | 104 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 39 | 6 | 50 | 73 | 0.263 | -264.9 |
| 1993 | TEX | AL | 73 | 205 | 31 | 45 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 22 | 39 | 0.220 | -843.3 |
| 1994 | TEX | AL | 95 | 335 | 41 | 93 | 18 | 2 | 2 | 38 | 3 | 21 | 66 | 0.278 | -714.1 |
| 1995 | STL | NL | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 61 | 8 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 0.180 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | ALCS | TOR | 6 | 18 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0.278 |
| 1992 | WS | TOR | 6 | 19 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.105 |
| 1991 | ALCS | TOR | 5 | 16 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.125 |
| 1989 | ALCS | TOR | 2 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 |
| 1985 | ALCS | TOR | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 358 | 300 | 715 | 844 | 21 | 197 |
| 3B | 32 | 22 | 11 | 48 | 7 | 5 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 522 | 452 | 718 | 1340 | 59 | 244 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | TOR | 2B | 38 | 2 | 27 | 40 | 2 | 8 |
| 1985 | TOR | 3B | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | TOR | SS | 8 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| 1986 | TOR | 2B | 29 | 20 | 32 | 72 | 1 | 10 |
| 1986 | TOR | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | TOR | SS | 5 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1987 | TOR | 2B | 27 | 20 | 51 | 61 | 4 | 16 |
| 1987 | TOR | SS | 26 | 12 | 26 | 49 | 1 | 10 |
| 1988 | TOR | 2B | 98 | 94 | 221 | 261 | 6 | 64 |
| 1988 | TOR | 3B | 8 | 6 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| 1988 | TOR | SS | 23 | 8 | 28 | 35 | 4 | 6 |
| 1989 | TOR | 2B | 40 | 39 | 103 | 96 | 3 | 29 |
| 1989 | TOR | 3B | 17 | 16 | 9 | 32 | 5 | 4 |
| 1989 | TOR | SS | 28 | 21 | 40 | 73 | 3 | 18 |
| 1989 | TOR | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | TOR | 2B | 112 | 112 | 259 | 286 | 4 | 65 |
| 1990 | TOR | SS | 9 | 0 | 6 | 15 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | TOR | SS | 138 | 134 | 194 | 360 | 19 | 52 |
| 1992 | TOR | SS | 128 | 126 | 187 | 331 | 7 | 67 |
| 1993 | TEX | SS | 72 | 65 | 96 | 205 | 10 | 35 |
| 1994 | TEX | 2B | 13 | 12 | 20 | 26 | 0 | 5 |
| 1994 | TEX | SS | 85 | 82 | 131 | 256 | 13 | 51 |
| 1995 | SLN | 2B | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 359 |
| Third Base | 32 |
| Shortstop | 521 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 25 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | TEX | AL | $1,300,000 |
| 1993 | TEX | AL | $1,900,000 |
| 1992 | TOR | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 1991 | TOR | AL | $712,500 |
| 1990 | TOR | AL | $380,000 |
| 1989 | TOR | AL | $160,000 |
| 1988 | TOR | AL | $103,000 |
| 1986 | TOR | AL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,615,500 | ||