Israel Sanchez
Born: 8/20/1963 in Falcon, Las Villas, Cuba
MLB Debut: 1988-07-07 | Final Game: 1990-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Biography
Israel Sanchez was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1988 to 1990. Born in 1963, Sanchez made his mark in Major League Baseball during a period characterized by a growing emphasis on offensive play and power hitting. He played for two seasons, during which he compiled a record of 3 wins and 2 losses. With an earned run average (ERA) of 5.36, Sanchez showcased his potential as a reliable arm in the bullpen, contributing to his teams with a total of 19 strikeouts and securing 1 save.
Throughout his brief career, Sanchez demonstrated the resilience and skill that characterized many pitchers of his era. While he did not achieve the accolades of some of his contemporaries, his presence on the mound represented the depth of talent in the league during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Sanchez's journey through the majors reflects the challenges faced by many players seeking to establish themselves in a competitive environment, and his contributions to the game remain a testament to the perseverance and dedication required to succeed at the highest levels of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 45.3 | 52 | 27 | 1 | 21 | 19 | 5.36 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | KCR | AL | 3 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 35.7 | 36 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 4.54 | - |
| 1990 | KCR | AL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 16 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 8.38 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | KCR | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | KCR | AL | 11 | 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 | 30 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | KCA | P | 19 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | KCA | P | 11 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 30 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | KCA | AL | $70,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $70,500 | ||