Rafael Novoa
Born: 10/26/1967 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-07-31 | Final Game: 1993-10-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Rafael Angel Novoa
Biography
Rafael Novoa, born in 1967, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1990 to 1993. Over the course of his career, Novoa appeared in 22 games, where he registered a single hit, resulting in a batting average of 0.2. He contributed one run batted in during his time in the league, but did not hit any home runs or steal any bases.
Novoa's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by a growing emphasis on power hitting and the emergence of many talented players. While his statistics may not reflect a prolific career, his journey to the majors underscores the dedication and hard work required to reach professional baseball. Although he may not have made a significant impact on the field, Novoa remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the challenges and realities faced by many athletes striving for success at the highest level.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 4 | 22 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 74.7 | 79 | 42 | 10 | 35 | 31 | 5.06 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | SFG | NL | 0 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 18.7 | 21 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 6.75 | - |
| 1993 | ATL | AL | 0 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 56.0 | 58 | 28 | 22 | 17 | 4.50 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.333 | 0.200 | 0.533 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | SFG | NL | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | ATL | AL | 15 | 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 | 22 | 9 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | SFN | P | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | ML4 | P | 15 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 22 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villanova University | Villanova | PA | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989 |