Miguel Mejia
Born: 3/25/1975 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1996-04-04 | Final Game: 1996-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 155 lbs
Biography
Miguel Mejia was a professional baseball player born in 1975, who played in Major League Baseball from 1996 to 2004. His career, albeit brief, saw him take the field in 45 games as a position player. Mejia was known for his speed on the base paths, accumulating 6 stolen bases during his time in the league. His playing style reflected the era's increasing emphasis on athleticism and speed, even as he faced challenges at the plate, finishing his career with a batting average of .087 and recording 2 hits without any home runs or RBIs.
During the mid-1990s, when Mejia played, baseball was witnessing a transformation characterized by the rise of power hitters and an offensive surge that would later define the steroid era. Despite his limited offensive production, Mejia's contributions on defense and his ability to disrupt opposing pitchers with his speed made him a valuable asset to his team. While his numbers may not reflect a standout career, Mejia's journey through professional baseball serves as a reminder of the diverse roles players fulfill within a team dynamic.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 23 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 10 | 0.087 | 0.087 | 0.087 | 0.174 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | STL | NL | 45 | 23 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 10 | 0.087 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | NLDS2 | SLN | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 1996 | NLCS | SLN | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 21 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SLN | OF | 21 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 5 |
| Center Field | 11 |
| Right Field | 6 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SLN | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $109,000 | ||