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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | HOU | NL | 30 | 77 | 7 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 12 | 11 | 0.273 | 125.5 |
| 1991 | HOU | NL | 47 | 83 | 7 | 23 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 14 | 14 | 0.277 | 166.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | HOU | OF | 25 | 21 | 44 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | HOU | OF | 24 | 18 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
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 |