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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | SFG | NL | 7 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | SFG | NL | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | CLE | AL | 17 | 22 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.364 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | SFG | NL | 23 | 48 | 2 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0.229 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | CLE | AL | 18 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | SFN | 2B | 6 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | SFN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | SFN | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | CLE | 2B | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | CLE | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | CLE | SS | 6 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | SFN | 2B | 6 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 3 |
| 1991 | SFN | SS | 13 | 8 | 14 | 22 | 2 | 3 |
| 1992 | CLE | 2B | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | CLE | 3B | 9 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | CLE | SS | 4 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
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 | ||