Renato Nunez
Born: 4/4/1994 in Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2016-09-12 | Final Game: 2021-08-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Renato Rafael Nunez
Biography
Renato Nunez was a professional baseball player who showcased his talents primarily as a position player from 2016 to 2021. Born in 1994, Nunez made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) during a period characterized by an increased emphasis on power-hitting. Throughout his career, he appeared in 307 games, accumulating a total of 258 hits, 56 home runs, and 154 runs batted in (RBIs). His batting average stood at .245, reflecting a typical profile of a power hitter who also experienced fluctuations in consistency at the plate.
Nunez played for several teams, bringing his right-handed power to the forefront in an era where home runs became increasingly significant to the game’s strategy. He also displayed speed on the bases, recording a single stolen base throughout his career. While he may not have been a household name, Nunez contributed to the teams he played for with his ability to drive in runs and add depth to the lineup, ultimately leaving a lasting impression during his tenure in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 307 | 1055 | 137 | 258 | 51 | 0 | 56 | 154 | 1 | 82 | 296 | 0.245 | 0.308 | 0.452 | 0.760 | 676.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | OAK | AL | 9 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | OAK | AL | 8 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | BAL | AL | 60 | 200 | 26 | 55 | 13 | 0 | 7 | 20 | 0 | 16 | 50 | 0.275 | 265.1 |
| 2018 | TEX | AL | 13 | 36 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0.167 | 265.1 |
| 2019 | BAL | AL | 151 | 541 | 72 | 132 | 24 | 0 | 31 | 90 | 1 | 44 | 143 | 0.244 | 151.4 |
| 2020 | BAL | AL | 52 | 195 | 29 | 50 | 10 | 0 | 12 | 31 | 0 | 17 | 64 | 0.256 | 332.6 |
| 2021 | DET | AL | 14 | 53 | 7 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 0.189 | -72.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 60 | 57 | 425 | 24 | 4 | 40 |
| 3B | 81 | 74 | 38 | 132 | 15 | 14 |
| OF | 8 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | OAK | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | OAK | OF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | BAL | 3B | 59 | 56 | 32 | 90 | 7 | 8 |
| 2018 | TEX | 3B | 8 | 8 | 3 | 20 | 5 | 4 |
| 2018 | TEX | OF | 4 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | BAL | 1B | 24 | 21 | 160 | 10 | 3 | 14 |
| 2019 | BAL | 3B | 9 | 8 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 2 |
| 2019 | BAL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | BAL | 1B | 28 | 28 | 193 | 9 | 1 | 18 |
| 2020 | BAL | 3B | 4 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | DET | 1B | 8 | 8 | 72 | 5 | 0 | 8 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 60 |
| Third Base | 81 |
| Left Field | 8 |
| Designated Hitter | 146 |