Gil Reyes
Born: 12/10/1963 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1983-06-11 | Final Game: 1991-10-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Gilberto Rolando Reyes
Biography
Gil Reyes, born in 1963, was a professional baseball player known for his versatility and tenacity on the field. He played as a position player from 1983 until his retirement in 1991, with a career spanning parts of several seasons. Over the course of his career, Reyes appeared in 122 games, where he recorded 52 hits, 14 RBIs, and maintained a batting average of .202. Despite not being known for his power, as evidenced by his zero home runs, he contributed to his teams with a mix of speed and defensive skills, finishing his career with 2 stolen bases.
Reyes played during a dynamic era in Major League Baseball, which was marked by the evolution of the game and the emergence of various playing styles. While his offensive statistics may not reflect the prowess of some of his contemporaries, his role as a reliable utility player was invaluable to his teams. Gil Reyes remains a notable figure in the history of baseball, embodying the spirit of perseverance and adaptability that defines many players who contribute behind the scenes.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 122 | 258 | 13 | 52 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 20 | 64 | 0.202 | 0.266 | 0.244 | 0.510 | -821.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | LAD | NL | 19 | 31 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.161 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | LAD | NL | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | LAD | NL | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | LAD | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | LAD | NL | 5 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | WSN | NL | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | WSN | NL | 83 | 207 | 11 | 45 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 2 | 19 | 51 | 0.217 | -821.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 117 | 74 | 473 | 75 | 15 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | LAN | C | 19 | 8 | 59 | 9 | 4 | 2 |
| 1984 | LAN | C | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | LAN | C | 6 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | LAN | C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | LAN | C | 5 | 1 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1989 | MON | C | 4 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | MON | C | 80 | 63 | 375 | 61 | 11 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 117 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | MON | NL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $100,000 | ||