Luis Maza
Born: 6/22/1980 in Cumana, Sucre, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2008-05-14 | Final Game: 2008-07-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Luis Alberto Maza
Biography
Luis Maza, born in 1980, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during his brief career in Major League Baseball from May 14, 2008, to July 18, 2008. Maza made his mark in the league with a total of 45 games, during which he recorded 18 hits and achieved a home run, along with 4 runs batted in. His batting average stood at .228, reflecting the challenges he faced at the plate during the competitive atmosphere of Major League Baseball in the late 2000s.
Maza's playing style was characterized by his versatility and determination, traits that are often celebrated in players who navigate the rigors of a short-lived MLB career. Although his time in the majors was limited, he contributed to his teams with a solid work ethic and a commitment to the game. Maza's stint in the league occurred during a period marked by intense competition and evolving playing styles, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of players who have pursued their dreams on baseball's grand stage.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 79 | 7 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0.228 | 0.282 | 0.278 | 0.561 | -337.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | LAD | NL | 45 | 79 | 7 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0.228 | -337.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 35 | 10 | 30 | 45 | 2 | 13 |
| SS | 16 | 11 | 23 | 35 | 2 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | LAN | 2B | 35 | 10 | 30 | 45 | 2 | 13 |
| 2008 | LAN | SS | 16 | 11 | 23 | 35 | 2 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 35 |
| Shortstop | 16 |