Luis Quintana
Born: 12/25/1951 in Vega Baja, P.R.
Died: 7/27/2009 in Lake Park, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1974-07-09 | Final Game: 1975-06-28
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Luis Joaquin Quintana
Biography
Luis Quintana, born in 1951, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1974 to 1975. Known for his competitive spirit on the mound, Quintana played during an era marked by significant changes in Major League Baseball, including the introduction of more specialized roles for pitchers and an increasing emphasis on strikeouts. Throughout his brief career, he posted a record of 2-3 with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.03, reflecting the challenges he faced in a highly competitive league.
During his time in the majors, Quintana accumulated a total of 16 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to overpower batters at times, although he did not record any saves. His playing style emphasized a combination of determination and skill, which made him a respected figure among his peers. While his major league tenure was short, Luis Quintana's contributions to the game are remembered as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history in the mid-1970s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.7 | 30 | 11 | 2 | 20 | 16 | 5.03 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | LAA | AL | 2 | 1 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 17 | 6 | 14 | 11 | 4.26 | - |
| 1975 | LAA | AL | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 13 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 6.43 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | LAA | AL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | LAA | AL | 4 | 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 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | CAL | P | 18 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | CAL | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 22 |