Tony Perezchica, baseball player, 1988-1992

Tony Perezchica

Born: 4/20/1966 in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico

MLB Debut: 1988-09-07 | Final Game: 1992-05-20

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Antonio Llamas Perezchica

Biography

Tony Perezchica, born in 1966, was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player from 1988 to 1992. He made his Major League Baseball debut on September 7, 1988, and concluded his career on May 20, 1992. Over the course of his brief career, Perezchica appeared in 69 games, where he recorded 23 hits and drove in 5 runs, finishing with a batting average of .228. Known for his defensive versatility, he contributed primarily as a role player during an era when teams often relied heavily on specialized positions. While Perezchica did not achieve notable power numbers—scoring no home runs and recording no stolen bases—his presence on the field was marked by a commitment to solid defensive play and a team-first mentality. His career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, where teams began to focus on the importance of on-base skills and defensive capabilities, setting the stage for the evolving roles of utility players in the game. Despite his limited statistical accomplishments, Perezchica's journey through Major League Baseball reflects the experience and dedication of many players in the sport's history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
69 101 10 23 7 1 0 5 0 10 26 0.228 0.295 0.317 0.611 -123.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 20 5 17 18 0 3
3B 12 1 1 7 1 0
SS 25 12 20 31 3 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 20
Third Base 12
Shortstop 25
Designated Hitter 2

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1992 CLE AL $127,500
Total Career Earnings $127,500