Jay Loviglio, baseball player, 1980-1983

Jay Loviglio

Born: 5/30/1956 in Freeport, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1980-09-02 | Final Game: 1983-07-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: John Paul Loviglio

Biography

Jay Loviglio, born in 1956, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1980 to 1983. Primarily serving as a position player, Loviglio's career spanned just a few years, during which he played in 46 games. His time in the league was characterized by his speed on the base paths, as he recorded 5 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game with his agility, even if his offensive statistics reflected the struggles many players faced during that era. With a batting average of .192, Loviglio encountered significant challenges at the plate, finishing his career with 10 hits and 4 RBIs. While he did not hit any home runs, his contributions to the teams he played for extended beyond mere statistics, as he demonstrated the hustle and tenacity that often defined players of his time. Loviglio's career unfolded in an era marked by shifting gameplay strategies, where speed and defensive prowess began to take precedence as the game evolved. Despite a brief tenure in the major leagues, he remains a part of baseball history, representing the dedication and passion that countless players have brought to the diamond.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
46 52 17 10 0 0 0 4 5 3 6 0.192 0.236 0.192 0.429 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 17 11 32 35 2 5
3B 4 3 4 7 3 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 17
Third Base 4
Designated Hitter 7

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Suffolk County Community College Brentwood NY 1975, 1976, 1977