Nelson Liriano
Born: 6/3/1964 in Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1987-08-25 | Final Game: 1998-05-13
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Nelson Arturo Liriano
Biography
Nelson Liriano was a professional baseball player born in 1964, whose career spanned from 1987 until his retirement on May 13, 1998. Primarily serving as a position player, Liriano appeared in 823 games over the course of his career. He demonstrated a balanced offensive skill set, finishing with 576 hits, 25 home runs, and 240 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .260. Known for his speed on the bases, he successfully stole 59 bases, illustrating his ability to impact the game not just with his bat but also with his agility.
Liriano played during an era characterized by significant changes in baseball, as the sport was transitioning into a period of increased offensive production and the emergence of power hitters. While not a dominant slugger, Liriano provided teams with solid contributions and versatility on the field. His career, which concluded in the late 1990s, left him as a respected figure among teammates and fans, known for his competitive spirit and dedication to the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 823 | 2216 | 296 | 576 | 105 | 27 | 25 | 240 | 59 | 212 | 300 | 0.260 | 0.324 | 0.366 | 0.689 | -1963.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | TOR | AL | 37 | 158 | 29 | 38 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 13 | 16 | 22 | 0.241 | -337.0 |
| 1988 | TOR | AL | 99 | 276 | 36 | 73 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 23 | 12 | 11 | 40 | 0.264 | -486.9 |
| 1989 | TOR | AL | 132 | 418 | 51 | 110 | 26 | 3 | 5 | 53 | 16 | 43 | 51 | 0.263 | 141.5 |
| 1990 | MIN | AL | 53 | 185 | 30 | 47 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 13 | 5 | 22 | 24 | 0.254 | -96.3 |
| 1990 | TOR | AL | 50 | 170 | 16 | 36 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 16 | 20 | 0.212 | -96.3 |
| 1991 | KCR | AL | 10 | 22 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.409 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | COL | NL | 48 | 151 | 28 | 46 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 15 | 6 | 18 | 22 | 0.305 | 260.0 |
| 1994 | COL | NL | 87 | 255 | 39 | 65 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 31 | 0 | 42 | 44 | 0.255 | -26.7 |
| 1995 | PIT | NL | 107 | 259 | 29 | 74 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 38 | 2 | 24 | 34 | 0.286 | -53.6 |
| 1996 | PIT | NL | 112 | 217 | 23 | 58 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 30 | 2 | 14 | 22 | 0.267 | -456.9 |
| 1997 | LAD | NL | 76 | 88 | 10 | 20 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 0.227 | -356.4 |
| 1998 | COL | NL | 12 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0.429 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | ALCS | TOR | 3 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0.429 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 566 | 482 | 1018 | 1381 | 58 | 310 |
| 3B | 19 | 11 | 7 | 23 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 47 | 31 | 49 | 83 | 4 | 15 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | TOR | 2B | 37 | 36 | 83 | 107 | 1 | 28 |
| 1988 | TOR | 2B | 80 | 65 | 121 | 177 | 12 | 48 |
| 1988 | TOR | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | TOR | 2B | 122 | 117 | 267 | 330 | 12 | 76 |
| 1990 | MIN | 2B | 50 | 47 | 83 | 128 | 7 | 27 |
| 1990 | MIN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | TOR | 2B | 49 | 45 | 93 | 132 | 4 | 26 |
| 1991 | KCA | 2B | 10 | 6 | 11 | 23 | 0 | 3 |
| 1993 | COL | 2B | 16 | 11 | 19 | 32 | 3 | 7 |
| 1993 | COL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | COL | SS | 35 | 26 | 45 | 71 | 3 | 13 |
| 1994 | COL | 2B | 79 | 72 | 143 | 222 | 10 | 44 |
| 1994 | COL | 3B | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | COL | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | PIT | 2B | 67 | 51 | 130 | 132 | 5 | 31 |
| 1995 | PIT | 3B | 5 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | PIT | SS | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | PIT | 2B | 36 | 24 | 50 | 73 | 2 | 13 |
| 1996 | PIT | 3B | 9 | 7 | 4 | 17 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | PIT | SS | 5 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 2 |
| 1997 | LAN | 1B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | LAN | 2B | 17 | 7 | 14 | 23 | 2 | 6 |
| 1997 | LAN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | LAN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | COL | 2B | 3 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | COL | SS | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Second Base | 566 |
| Third Base | 19 |
| Shortstop | 47 |
| Designated Hitter | 18 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Player of the Week | Week of 1989-05-19 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | LAN | NL | $375,000 |
| 1996 | PIT | NL | $350,000 |
| 1995 | PIT | NL | $350,000 |
| 1994 | COL | NL | $275,000 |
| 1990 | TOR | AL | $255,000 |
| 1989 | TOR | AL | $112,500 |
| 1988 | TOR | AL | $75,000 |
| 1987 | TOR | AL | $62,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,855,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 6th | 1.0 | 140 | 0 |