Angel Peña, baseball player, 1998-2001

Angel Peña

Born: 2/16/1975 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.

MLB Debut: 1998-09-08 | Final Game: 2001-06-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 225 lbs

Full name: Angel Maria Peña

Biography

Angel Peña, born in 1975, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1998 until 2001. Throughout his career in Major League Baseball, Peña appeared in 71 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a utility player. He recorded a total of 39 hits, including 5 home runs, and drove in 23 runs, finishing with a batting average of .209. Notably, Peña did not steal any bases during his time in the league. Peña's career unfolded during the late 1990s and early 2000s, an era characterized by the offensive explosion in baseball, driven by advancements in training and a focus on power hitting. Although his overall statistics may not reflect the prolific offensive output seen in the game during this period, Peña contributed to his teams with versatility and a strong work ethic. His journey through professional baseball serves as a reminder of the numerous players who have shaped the game, each leaving their mark in unique ways.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
71 187 18 39 7 0 5 23 0 13 47 0.209 0.256 0.326 0.582 -784.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 62 52 384 39 3 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 62

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2001 LAN NL $210,000
Total Career Earnings $210,000