Felix Millan, baseball player, 1966-1977

Felix Millan

Born: 8/21/1943 in Yabucoa, P.R.

MLB Debut: 1966-06-02 | Final Game: 1977-08-12

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 172 lbs

Full name: Felix Bernardo Millan

Biography

Felix Millan, born in 1943, was a prominent infielder in Major League Baseball, who played from 1966 until his retirement in 1977. Known for his exceptional defensive skills and consistent batting, Millan carved out a successful career primarily as a second baseman. Over the course of 1,480 games, he accumulated 1,617 hits, achieving a commendable batting average of .279. His offensive contributions included 22 home runs and 403 RBIs, along with 67 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to contribute both at the plate and on the bases. Millan was recognized for his talents with three All-Star selections during his career, a testament to his standing among peers in an era marked by fierce competition and evolving playing styles. He played in a time when the game was transitioning, moving from the traditional tactics of the 1960s into a more dynamic and offensive approach. His steady presence in the lineup and reliable glove made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the Atlanta Braves and the New York Mets. Millan's legacy is remembered not only for his statistics but also for his role in shaping the game during a pivotal era in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1480 5791 699 1617 229 38 22 403 67 318 242 0.279 0.322 0.343 0.665 -3703.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
15 63 10 16 2 1 0 3 6 2 0.254

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1973 NLCS NYN 5 19 5 6 0 0 0 2 2 1 0.316
1973 WS NYN 7 32 3 6 1 1 0 1 1 1 0.188
1969 NLCS ATL 3 12 2 4 1 0 0 0 3 0 0.333

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 1450 1423 3495 3846 151 855
3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 1 1 3 0 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 1450
Third Base 1
Shortstop 1

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1973 Player of the Week Week of 1973-06-15
1972 Gold Glove 2B
1969 Gold Glove 2B

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1973 Most Valuable Player NL 16th 12.0 336 0