Izzy Molina
Born: 6/3/1971 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-08-15 | Final Game: 2002-05-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Islay Molina
Biography
Izzy Molina, born in 1971, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1996 to 2002. Primarily known as a position player, Molina appeared in 69 games during his time in the league. He recorded a total of 29 hits, including 3 home runs, and accumulated 8 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .206. While he did not achieve significant accolades or statistical milestones, his time in the majors contributed to the depth of talent in a competitive era.
Molina's playing career spanned a transformative period in baseball, marked by the growing emphasis on power hitting and the integration of various playing styles. Although he did not steal any bases, his presence as a player in the league added to the rich tapestry of baseball during the late 1990s and early 2000s. His journey reflects the experiences of many players who sought to make their mark in the sport amidst the challenges of a dynamic and evolving game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69 | 141 | 8 | 29 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 0.206 | 0.228 | 0.319 | 0.547 | -589.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | OAK | AL | 14 | 25 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 48 | 111 | 6 | 22 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 0.198 | -589.6 |
| 1998 | OAK | AL | 6 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | BAL | AL | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 66 | 41 | 264 | 20 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | OAK | C | 12 | 6 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | OAK | C | 48 | 34 | 218 | 17 | 2 | 1 |
| 1998 | OAK | C | 5 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | BAL | C | 1 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 66 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | OAK | AL | $175,000 |
| 1997 | OAK | AL | $152,000 |
| 1996 | OAK | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $436,000 | ||