Memo Luna
Born: 6/25/1930 in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, México
Died: 11/9/2021 in Los Mochis, Sinaloa, México
MLB Debut: 1954-04-20 | Final Game: 1954-04-20
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 168 lbs
Full name: Guillermo Romero Luna
Biography
Memo Luna was a professional baseball player born in 1930, who had a brief career in Major League Baseball during the 1954 season. He made a notable entry into the league, playing in a single game on April 20, 1954. As a position player, Luna's time on the field was limited, and he concluded his major league career without recording a hit, home run, or run batted in, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. His appearance in the game is a reminder of the many players who aspired to achieve greatness in the sport, even if only for a fleeting moment.
Luna's career unfolded during a transformative time in baseball, as the sport was beginning to integrate and evolve from the post-war era into a new age of athleticism and competition. While his statistics reflect a brief stint in a highly competitive environment, Luna's journey is emblematic of the dreams and struggles faced by many aspiring athletes of his time. Despite the lack of traditional accolades, Memo Luna's legacy holds a unique place in the annals of baseball history, representing the countless players who contributed to the rich tapestry of the game.
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | SLN | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |