Juan Peña
Born: 6/27/1977 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1999-05-08 | Final Game: 1999-05-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Juan Francisco Peña
Biography
Juan Peña was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1999 to 2005. Born in 1977, he made a brief yet notable impact during his time in Major League Baseball. Peña recorded a career win-loss record of 2-0, showcasing his effectiveness on the mound with an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 0.69. Over the course of his limited appearances, he struck out 15 batters, demonstrating his ability to overpower hitters with his pitching arsenal.
Peña's career unfolded during a time when the game was experiencing a transition, with offensive output on the rise due to changes in hitting techniques and training regimens. Despite his short stint in the majors, his low ERA and unblemished record highlighted his potential as a reliable arm in the bullpen. While he did not achieve the longevity many players aspire to, his performance in those early seasons left an indelible mark, particularly for fans who witnessed his contributions during that era.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0.69 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | BOS | AL | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 0.69 | 1039.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | BOS | AL | 2 | 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 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | BOS | P | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | BOS | AL | $202,500 |
| 2000 | BOS | AL | $202,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $405,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Dade College - Wolfson Campus | Miami | FL | 1993, 1994 |