Milt Ramirez
Born: 4/2/1950 in Mayaguez, P.R.
Died: 8/18/2022 in Mayaguez, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1970-04-11 | Final Game: 1979-08-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Milton Ramirez
Biography
Milt Ramirez was born in 1950 and had a brief but notable career as a position player in Major League Baseball, spanning from 1970 until his retirement on August 1, 1979. Over the course of his career, he played in 94 games, where he recorded 28 hits and drove in 6 runs, finishing with a batting average of .184. Despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases, Ramirez contributed to his teams with his defensive skills and on-field versatility during a transitional period in baseball history, which saw an evolution in playing styles and strategies.
Ramirez's time in the league coincided with the late 1960s and 1970s, a period marked by a shift towards more aggressive offensive play following the deadball era. His career, while not filled with overwhelming statistics, exemplified the contributions of role players who provided depth to teams during this dynamic time in baseball. Though his numbers may not reflect a prolific career, Milt Ramirez's dedication to the game and his presence in the majors added to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94 | 152 | 14 | 28 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 13 | 18 | 0.184 | 0.248 | 0.230 | 0.479 | -858.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | STL | NL | 62 | 79 | 8 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 9 | 0.190 | -396.4 |
| 1971 | STL | NL | 4 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | OAK | AL | 28 | 62 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0.161 | -461.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 11 | 8 | 14 | 19 | 1 | 5 |
| 3B | 13 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| SS | 71 | 30 | 81 | 115 | 17 | 26 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | SLN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1970 | SLN | SS | 59 | 23 | 63 | 92 | 13 | 25 |
| 1971 | SLN | SS | 4 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 1979 | OAK | 2B | 11 | 8 | 14 | 19 | 1 | 5 |
| 1979 | OAK | 3B | 12 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1979 | OAK | SS | 8 | 4 | 7 | 16 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 11 |
| Third Base | 13 |
| Shortstop | 71 |