Hipolito Peña
Born: 1/30/1964 in Fantino, Sanchez Ramirez, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1986-09-01 | Final Game: 1988-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 165 lbs
Biography
Hipolito Peña was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1964, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief career from 1986 to 1988. Peña played in an era characterized by a shifting landscape in the game, as teams began to emphasize both power hitting and specialized pitching roles. He was known for his competitive spirit and ability to take the mound during crucial moments, reflecting the evolving strategies of the time.
Throughout his career, Peña recorded a win-loss record of 1-7 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.84. He showcased his skills by striking out 32 batters and securing 2 saves, contributing to his teams in various capacities. While his tenure in the majors was relatively short, Peña's journey through professional baseball serves as a reminder of the many players who contribute to the rich tapestry of the sport, even if their careers do not reach prolonged fame.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | 42 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 48.3 | 33 | 26 | 6 | 38 | 32 | 4.84 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | PIT | NL | 0 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8.3 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 8.64 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | PIT | NL | 0 | 3 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 25.7 | 16 | 13 | 26 | 16 | 4.56 | -891.9 |
| 1988 | NYY | AL | 1 | 1 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.3 | 10 | 5 | 9 | 10 | 3.14 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | PIT | NL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | PIT | NL | 16 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | NYY | AL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 42 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | PIT | P | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | PIT | P | 16 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | NYA | P | 16 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 42 |