Luis Olmo, baseball player, 1943-1951

Luis Olmo

Born: 8/11/1919 in Arecibo, P.R.

Died: 4/28/2017 in San Juan, P.R.

MLB Debut: 1943-07-23 | Final Game: 1951-06-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Luis Francisco Olmo

Biography

Luis Olmo was a talented position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the years 1943 to 1951. Born in 1919, Olmo played a total of 462 games, primarily as an outfielder. His career achievements included 458 hits and 29 home runs, contributing to 272 RBIs, while maintaining a commendable batting average of .281. Known for his speed on the base paths, he also recorded 33 stolen bases throughout his career. Olmo's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, situated between the tail end of the war years and the dawn of the modern era. His offensive skills and versatility allowed him to adapt to the evolving game, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. His contributions to the sport have been recognized as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the talent that emerged during an era marked by both competition and the gradual integration of the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
462 1629 208 458 65 25 29 272 33 88 128 0.281 0.319 0.405 0.724 907.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
4 11 2 3 0 0 1 2 0 2 0.273

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1949 WS BRO 4 11 2 3 0 0 1 2 0 2 0.273

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 43 0 83 92 12 13
3B 63 0 67 77 21 8
OF 332 0 698 25 24 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 43
Third Base 63
Left Field 150
Center Field 157
Right Field 31

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1945 Most Valuable Player NL 17th 13.0 336 0