Felipe Montemayor

Born: 2/7/1928 in Monterrey, Nuevo León, México

Died: 2/4/2025 in Monterrey, Nuevo León, México

MLB Debut: 1953-04-14 | Final Game: 1955-06-12

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Felipe Angel Montemayor

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Biography

Felipe Montemayor was a professional baseball player born in 1928 who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1953 to 1955. Primarily serving as a position player, Montemayor's career spanned parts of three seasons, during which he appeared in 64 games. His time in the league coincided with a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the fading of the post-war boom and the early stirrings of integration, as the sport began to see the contributions of players from diverse backgrounds. Over his career, Montemayor recorded 26 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 10 runs, ending with a batting average of .173. While his offensive numbers may not have reflected the prowess of some of his contemporaries, Montemayor's journey to the majors is a testament to the increasing opportunities for Hispanic players in baseball during the 1950s. He also showcased his speed with 1 stolen base, adding a dynamic element to his play. Despite a brief career, Montemayor's presence in the league adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the contributions of players who navigated the challenges of their time.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
64	150	15	26	5	3	2	10	1	22	37	0.173	0.295	0.287	0.582	-485.9

Career AVG .173 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 33.7% below league average.

Career OBP .295 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — 11.5% below league average.

Career SLG .287 vs. league average .396 across their career seasons — 27.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.582 vs. league average 0.730 across their career seasons — 20.2% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1953	PIT	NL	28	55	5	6	4	0	0	2	0	4	13	0.109	.264 (-59%)	.335 (-38%)	.397 (-54%)	.733 (-47%)	-441.5
1955	PIT	NL	36	95	10	20	1	3	2	8	1	18	24	0.211	.258 (-19%)	.332 (+3%)	.393 (-12%)	.726 (-5%)	-44.4