Luis Sojo, baseball player, 1990-2003

Luis Sojo

Born: 1/3/1965 in Caracas, Distrito Capital, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 1990-07-14 | Final Game: 2003-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 172 lbs

Full name: Luis Beltran Sojo

Biography

Luis Sojo, born in 1965, was a versatile position player who enjoyed a productive Major League Baseball career from 1990 until his retirement in 2003. Over the course of 848 games, Sojo established himself as a reliable utility player, known for his solid defensive skills and ability to contribute at the plate. With a career batting average of .261, he recorded 671 hits, including 36 home runs and 261 RBIs. His speed on the bases was also notable, as he tallied 28 stolen bases throughout his time in the league. Sojo's career spanned a transformative era in baseball, marked by the increasing importance of player versatility and the rise of analytics. He played for several teams, including the Seattle Mariners and the New York Yankees, where he became a key figure during their late-1990s championship runs. Known for his clutch performances and professionalism, Sojo left a lasting impact on the teams he played for, contributing not just as a player but also as a mentor to younger teammates. His journey through the league showcased the value of adaptability and the ability to perform under pressure, making him a respected figure in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
848 2571 300 671 103 12 36 261 28 124 198 0.261 0.297 0.352 0.650 -6006.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
43 101 3 26 6 0 0 15 5 10 0.257

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2001 ALCS NYA 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
2001 WS NYA 2 3 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0.333
2000 ALCS NYA 6 23 1 6 1 0 0 2 2 3 0.261
2000 ALDS1 NYA 5 16 2 3 2 0 0 5 2 1 0.188
2000 WS NYA 4 7 0 2 0 0 0 2 1 0 0.286
1999 ALCS NYA 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
1999 WS NYA 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1998 ALCS NYA 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1996 ALCS NYA 3 5 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.200
1996 ALDS2 NYA 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
1996 WS NYA 5 5 0 3 1 0 0 1 0 0 0.600
1995 ALDS2 SEA 5 20 0 5 0 0 0 3 0 3 0.250
1995 ALCS SEA 6 20 0 5 2 0 0 1 0 2 0.250

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 41 16 170 15 2 11
2B 456 370 782 1136 36 265
3B 158 117 93 246 16 19
OF 12 10 20 2 1 0
SS 184 137 254 413 15 89

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 41
Second Base 456
Third Base 158
Shortstop 184
Left Field 12
Designated Hitter 12

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2001 NYA AL $500,000
2000 PIT NL $450,000
1999 NYA AL $800,000
1998 NYA AL $800,000
1997 NYA AL $425,000
1996 SEA AL $625,000
1995 SEA AL $400,000
1994 SEA AL $250,000
1993 TOR AL $290,000
1992 CAL AL $190,000
1991 CAL AL $110,000
Total Career Earnings $4,840,000