Angel Salazar, baseball player, 1983-1988

Angel Salazar

Born: 11/4/1961 in Anaco, Anzoátegui, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 1983-08-10 | Final Game: 1988-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Argenis Antonio Salazar

Biography

Angel Salazar, born in 1961, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1983 until his retirement in 1988. Primarily serving as a position player, he participated in 383 games during his career. Known for his speed on the bases, Salazar recorded 6 stolen bases and contributed 59 RBIs to his teams over his tenure. He finished his career with a batting average of .212, alongside 188 hits and 2 home runs. Salazar played during a transitional period in baseball history, navigating the evolution of the game in the 1980s. His career unfolded amidst the rise of power hitters and the increasing emphasis on offensive production, which made his more modest statistics reflective of a different playing style. While he may not have been a household name, Salazar's contributions to his teams and his resilience on the field exemplified the dedication of many players in that era who played crucial supporting roles.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
383 886 69 188 33 6 2 59 6 19 150 0.212 0.230 0.270 0.500 -5181.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 3 0 0 1 0 0
3B 1 1 2 3 0 0
SS 374 270 407 848 33 161

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 3
Third Base 1
Shortstop 374

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1987 KCA AL $100,000
1986 KCA AL $75,000
Total Career Earnings $175,000