Victor Mata
Born: 6/17/1961 in Santiago, Santiago, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1984-07-22 | Final Game: 1985-06-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Victor Jose Mata
Biography
Victor Mata was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1984 to 1985. Born in 1961, Mata made his mark in a relatively brief career, appearing in 36 games over two seasons. Known for his hitting ability, he recorded 24 hits and achieved a batting average of .312, showcasing his proficiency at the plate. Throughout his career, he contributed to his teams with 6 RBIs and demonstrated speed on the bases with 1 stolen base.
Mata's playing career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by an evolving approach to hitting and fielding. Although his time in the league was limited, he left an impression with his solid batting skills and versatility as a position player. His lone home run stands as a testament to his power potential, albeit in a modest sample size. Despite the brevity of his career, Mata's performance in the MLB highlighted the competitive nature of the league in the mid-1980s, a time when players were increasingly focusing on both offensive and defensive skills.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 77 | 9 | 24 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0.312 | 0.316 | 0.416 | 0.732 | 85.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | NYY | AL | 30 | 70 | 8 | 23 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0.329 | 85.1 |
| 1985 | NYY | AL | 6 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 31 | 18 | 50 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | NYA | OF | 28 | 17 | 49 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1985 | NYA | OF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 3 |
| Center Field | 22 |
| Right Field | 10 |