Chito Martinez
Born: 12/19/1965 in Belize, Belize, British Honduras
Died: 4/22/2025 in Lake Cormorant, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-07-05 | Final Game: 1993-04-20
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Reyenaldo Ignacio Martinez
Biography
Chito Martinez, born in 1965, was a professional baseball player who graced the Major Leagues from 1991 until 1993. Known for his versatility as a position player, Martinez played a total of 158 games during his brief career. He recorded 111 hits, showcasing a batting average of .259, which highlighted his ability to contribute offensively during the early 1990s, a time characterized by a shift towards more power-oriented play in baseball.
Martinez demonstrated his power at the plate by hitting 18 home runs and driving in 58 runs, making him a valuable asset in the lineup for the teams he represented. Although he was not renowned for stealing bases, he managed to swipe one base during his career. His contributions to the game were significant during an era that saw the emergence of several power hitters, and his playing style reflected the evolving dynamics of Major League Baseball at the time. Martinez's career, while not extensively long, left an indelible mark on the teams he played for and remains a part of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 158 | 429 | 58 | 111 | 22 | 2 | 18 | 58 | 1 | 46 | 102 | 0.259 | 0.330 | 0.445 | 0.775 | 896.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | BAL | AL | 67 | 216 | 32 | 58 | 12 | 1 | 13 | 33 | 1 | 11 | 51 | 0.269 | 468.0 |
| 1992 | BAL | AL | 83 | 198 | 26 | 53 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 25 | 0 | 31 | 47 | 0.268 | 428.4 |
| 1993 | BAL | AL | 8 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 111 | 102 | 214 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | BAL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | BAL | OF | 54 | 53 | 108 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 1992 | BAL | OF | 52 | 47 | 104 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1993 | BAL | OF | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 110 |
| Designated Hitter | 10 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | BAL | AL | $197,500 |
| 1992 | BAL | AL | $140,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $337,500 | ||