Al Osuna
Active Player
Born: 8/10/1965 in Inglewood, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-09-02 | Final Game: 1996-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Alfonso Osuna
Biography
Al Osuna, born in 1965, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1990 to 1996. He made his mark in Major League Baseball with a solid performance characterized by a record of 18 wins and 10 losses, alongside an earned run average (ERA) of 3.83. Over his career, Osuna recorded 143 strikeouts and secured 14 saves, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever. His ability to effectively manage games and contribute from the mound earned him the TSN Rookie Pitcher of the Year award, highlighting his potential during his early career.
Osuna played during a transformative era in baseball, as the game was evolving with increased offensive production and a greater emphasis on specialized pitching roles. His competitive spirit and reliable pitching style allowed him to carve out a niche in a league filled with emerging talent. Although his career was relatively brief, Osuna's contributions to his teams and his recognition as a promising player underscore his impact on the game during the 1990s. After retiring on September 27, 1996, he left behind a legacy as a diligent competitor in the ever-evolving landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 10 | 218 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 192.7 | 156 | 82 | 17 | 109 | 143 | 3.83 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | HOU | NL | 2 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.3 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 4.76 | -402.6 |
| 1991 | HOU | NL | 7 | 6 | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 81.7 | 59 | 31 | 46 | 68 | 3.42 | 259.3 |
| 1992 | HOU | NL | 6 | 3 | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 61.7 | 52 | 29 | 38 | 37 | 4.23 | -2219.2 |
| 1993 | HOU | NL | 1 | 1 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 25.3 | 17 | 9 | 13 | 21 | 3.20 | -214.7 |
| 1994 | LAD | NL | 2 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.7 | 13 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 6.23 | - |
| 1996 | SDP | NL | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2.25 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 281 | 154 | 13 | 32 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 5 | 21 | 35 | 0.208 | 0.307 | 0.273 | 0.580 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | HOU | NL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | HOU | NL | 71 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | HOU | NL | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | HOU | NL | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | LAD | NL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | SDP | NL | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2025 | TEX | AL | 63 | 151 | 12 | 32 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 5 | 21 | 34 | 0.212 | 0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 218 | 0 | 8 | 25 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | HOU | P | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | HOU | P | 71 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 2 |
| 1992 | HOU | P | 66 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | HOU | P | 44 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | LAN | P | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | SDN | P | 10 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 218 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | TSN Rookie Pitcher of the Year |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | HOU | NL | $240,000 |
| 1991 | HOU | NL | $106,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $346,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerritos College | Norwalk | CA | 1985 |
| Stanford University | Palo Alto | CA | 1984, 1986, 1987 |