Javier Ortiz, baseball player, 1990-1991

Javier Ortiz

Born: 1/22/1963 in Boston, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1990-06-15 | Final Game: 1991-10-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Javier Victor Ortiz

Biography

Javier Ortiz was a professional baseball player born in 1963, who played primarily as a position player during his career in Major League Baseball from 1990 until 1991. Over the course of his brief time in the league, Ortiz appeared in 77 games, showcasing a solid batting average of .275. He recorded a total of 44 hits, including 2 home runs and 15 runs batted in (RBIs), along with 1 stolen base. Ortiz's playing style was characterized by his ability to make contact and get on base, contributing to his team in various offensive capacities. Although his career was relatively short, spanning just over a season, he made an impact during a competitive era in baseball that was defined by both emerging talents and veteran players. Ortiz's journey through the major leagues reflects the challenges faced by many players during that time, as they navigated the complexities of establishing themselves in a sport that was evolving rapidly.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
77 160 14 44 9 2 2 15 1 26 25 0.275 0.374 0.394 0.768 291.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 49 39 71 3 1 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 35
Center Field 1
Right Field 20

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1991 HOU NL $115,000
Total Career Earnings $115,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Miami-Dade College - Kendall Campus Miami FL 1983
University of Florida Gainesville FL 1982