Angel Miranda
Born: 11/9/1969 in Arecibo, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1993-06-05 | Final Game: 1997-06-06
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Angel Luis Miranda
Biography
Angel Miranda was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1993 to 1997. Born in 1969, Miranda made his mark in Major League Baseball during a period characterized by evolving pitching styles and offensive strategies. He played a total of four seasons, during which he recorded a win-loss record of 17-21 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.46. His ability to strike out batters was evident, as he amassed 243 strikeouts over his career, showcasing his talent for overpowering hitters.
While Miranda's career may not have been marked by the accolades of some contemporaries, his contributions on the mound included two saves, underscoring his versatility as a pitcher. His time in the league coincided with a transitional phase in baseball, as pitchers began to adapt to an increasingly offense-driven game. Miranda's performance reflected the challenges many pitchers faced during this era, as they navigated the balance between power hitting and traditional pitching strategies. His journey through Major League Baseball remains a testament to the dedication and skill required to compete at the highest level.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 21 | 116 | 47 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 363.3 | 355 | 180 | 41 | 206 | 243 | 4.46 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | ATL | AL | 4 | 5 | 22 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 120.0 | 100 | 44 | 52 | 88 | 3.30 | - |
| 1994 | ATL | AL | 2 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 46.0 | 39 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 5.28 | - |
| 1995 | ATL | AL | 4 | 5 | 30 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 74.0 | 83 | 43 | 49 | 45 | 5.23 | - |
| 1996 | ATL | AL | 7 | 6 | 46 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 109.3 | 116 | 60 | 69 | 78 | 4.94 | - |
| 1997 | ATL | AL | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 17 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 3.86 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 116 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | ATL | AL | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | ATL | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | ATL | AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | ATL | AL | 46 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | ATL | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 116 | 47 | 14 | 41 | 4 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | ML4 | P | 22 | 17 | 4 | 13 | 2 | 1 |
| 1994 | ML4 | P | 8 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | ML4 | P | 30 | 10 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 1996 | ML4 | P | 46 | 12 | 3 | 14 | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | ML4 | P | 10 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 116 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | ML4 | AL | $350,000 |
| 1996 | ML4 | AL | $135,000 |
| 1995 | ML4 | AL | $115,000 |
| 1994 | ML4 | AL | $112,000 |
| 1993 | ML4 | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $821,000 | ||