Oreste Marrero
Born: 10/31/1969 in Bayamon, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1993-08-12 | Final Game: 1996-09-26
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Oreste Vilato Marrero
Biography
Oreste Marrero was a professional baseball player born in 1969 who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1993 to 1996. Playing primarily as a position player, Marrero appeared in 42 games over his career, showcasing his skills with a batting average of .225. He recorded 20 hits, including one home run, and drove in five runs while also contributing with a stolen base. His playing career unfolded during a time when the game was evolving, with the emergence of power hitters and the integration of modern training techniques.
Although Marrero's statistics may not reflect the prolific output seen in the game today, his journey through the ranks of professional baseball exemplified the determination and resilience required to succeed at the highest level. He played in an era marked by significant changes in player dynamics and strategy, particularly as teams began to emphasize versatility and speed. Marrero's contributions, while modest in numbers, were part of a larger narrative of players striving to make their impact in a competitive sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 89 | 12 | 20 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 19 | 0.225 | 0.337 | 0.348 | 0.685 | -120.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | WSN | NL | 32 | 81 | 10 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 14 | 16 | 0.210 | -120.8 |
| 1996 | LAD | NL | 10 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.375 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 33 | 21 | 195 | 15 | 2 | 21 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | MON | 1B | 32 | 21 | 194 | 15 | 2 | 21 |
| 1996 | LAN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 33 |