Luis Mercedes
Born: 2/15/1968 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
Died: 6/30/2019 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1991-09-08 | Final Game: 1993-09-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Luis Roberto Mercedes
Biography
Luis Mercedes, born in 1968, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 1990s. He played as a position player from September 8, 1991, until his final game on September 23, 1993. Throughout his career, Mercedes appeared in 70 games, amassing a total of 29 hits. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed 9 runs batted in and managed to steal one base. His batting average stood at .19, reflecting the challenges he faced at the plate during his brief tenure in the league.
Mercedes played during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the emergence of power hitters and a shift in offensive strategies. Despite not having a standout statistical career, his journey to the majors is a testament to the dedication and determination required to reach the highest level of the sport. While his playing days were limited, Luis Mercedes remains a part of baseball history as he navigated the complexities of the game during a dynamic era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 153 | 19 | 29 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 18 | 25 | 0.190 | 0.286 | 0.242 | 0.528 | -531.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | BAL | AL | 19 | 54 | 10 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.204 | -252.4 |
| 1992 | BAL | AL | 23 | 50 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 9 | 0.140 | -278.7 |
| 1993 | BAL | AL | 10 | 24 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 0.292 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | SFG | NL | 18 | 25 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.160 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 44 | 36 | 77 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | BAL | OF | 15 | 14 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | BAL | OF | 16 | 12 | 41 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1993 | BAL | OF | 8 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | SFN | OF | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 15 |
| Center Field | 5 |
| Right Field | 25 |
| Designated Hitter | 10 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | BAL | AL | $120,000 |
| 1992 | BAL | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $229,000 | ||