Luis Pujols
Born: 11/18/1955 in Santiago Rodriguez, Santiago Rodriguez, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1977-09-22 | Final Game: 1985-05-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Luis Bienvenido Pujols
Biography
Luis Pujols, born in 1955, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1977 until his final game on May 22, 1985. Known for his versatility on the field, Pujols participated in 316 games throughout his career, during which he recorded 164 hits and drove in 81 runs. He posted a batting average of .193 and hit six home runs, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively despite the challenges of a competitive era in baseball.
Pujols's playing style reflected the transitional nature of baseball during the late 1970s and early 1980s, a time marked by a shift in offensive strategies and player dynamics. His career, although not highlighted by overwhelming statistical achievements, illustrated the dedication and grit required to compete at the highest level of the sport. Following his retirement, Pujols remained a figure of interest for baseball enthusiasts, serving as a reminder of the diverse paths players take within the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 316 | 850 | 50 | 164 | 27 | 6 | 6 | 81 | 1 | 52 | 164 | 0.193 | 0.240 | 0.260 | 0.500 | -4243.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | HOU | NL | 6 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.067 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | HOU | NL | 56 | 153 | 11 | 20 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 12 | 45 | 0.131 | -1113.8 |
| 1979 | HOU | NL | 26 | 75 | 7 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0.227 | -354.9 |
| 1980 | HOU | NL | 78 | 221 | 15 | 44 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 13 | 29 | 0.199 | -1312.1 |
| 1981 | HOU | NL | 40 | 117 | 5 | 28 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 10 | 17 | 0.239 | -232.3 |
| 1982 | HOU | NL | 65 | 176 | 8 | 35 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 15 | 0 | 10 | 40 | 0.199 | -677.2 |
| 1983 | HOU | NL | 40 | 87 | 4 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0.195 | -553.0 |
| 1984 | KCR | AL | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | TEX | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.062 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | NWDIV | HOU | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1980 | NLCS | HOU | 4 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.100 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 309 | 250 | 1450 | 151 | 21 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | HOU | C | 6 | 4 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | HOU | C | 55 | 47 | 271 | 33 | 6 | 2 |
| 1978 | HOU | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | HOU | C | 26 | 22 | 136 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1980 | HOU | C | 75 | 57 | 348 | 35 | 4 | 5 |
| 1980 | HOU | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | HOU | C | 39 | 35 | 192 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 1982 | HOU | C | 64 | 56 | 295 | 39 | 3 | 3 |
| 1983 | HOU | C | 39 | 28 | 180 | 20 | 6 | 0 |
| 1984 | KCA | C | 4 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | TEX | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 310 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 1 |