Rey Palacios, baseball player, 1988-1990

Rey Palacios

Born: 11/8/1962 in Brooklyn, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1988-09-08 | Final Game: 1990-09-14

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Robert Rey Palacios

Biography

Rey Palacios, born in 1962, played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1988 until 1990. His career, though brief, saw him appear in 101 games, where he recorded 22 hits, including 3 home runs and 17 RBIs, while finishing with a batting average of .193. Known for his speed on the bases, Palacios added 2 stolen bases to his career totals, showcasing a blend of power and agility, though his offensive output was modest in the context of his era. Palacios' tenure in the league came during a transitional period in baseball, as teams began to emphasize power hitting and home runs in a game that was evolving from the more contact-oriented strategies of previous decades. While he may not have achieved the statistical prominence of some of his contemporaries, his contributions as a role player reflected the diverse skills needed in the game. Rey Palacios remains a notable figure for those who appreciate the depth and variety of player experiences within Major League Baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
101 114 22 22 5 0 3 17 2 7 42 0.193 0.244 0.316 0.560 -284.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 25 4 67 4 1 9
3B 25 3 14 11 1 0
C 43 17 154 8 1 1
OF 2 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 43
First Base 25
Third Base 25
Right Field 2
Designated Hitter 3

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1990 KCA AL $100,000
Total Career Earnings $100,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Kingsborough Community College Brooklyn NY 1981, 1982