Luis Ugueto, baseball player, 2002-2003

Luis Ugueto

Born: 2/15/1979 in Caracas, Distrito Capital, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 2002-04-03 | Final Game: 2003-09-23

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Luis Enrique Ugueto

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Biography

Luis Ugueto, born in 1979, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2002 to 2003. During his brief career, he appeared in 74 games, primarily as a utility player known for his speed and defensive versatility. Ugueto finished his MLB tenure with a batting average of .214, accumulating 6 hits, including 1 home run and 2 runs batted in. His ability to steal bases was a highlight, as he successfully swiped 10 bases, showcasing his agility on the field. Ugueto's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the emergence of more athletic players and a growing emphasis on speed and defense. Although his time in the major leagues was limited, his contributions as a role player reflected the importance of versatility in team dynamics. After his playing days, Ugueto's legacy continued in the baseball community, as he remained a part of the sport's rich history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
74 28 23 6 0 0 1 2 10 3 8 0.214 0.290 0.321 0.612 0.0

Career AVG .214 vs. league average .263 across their career seasons — 18.5% below league average.

Career OBP .290 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — 12.5% below league average.

Career SLG .321 vs. league average .419 across their career seasons — 23.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.612 vs. league average 0.751 across their career seasons — 18.6% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
2002 SEA AL 62 23 19 5 0 0 1 1 8 2 8 0.217 — — — — 0.0
2003 SEA AL 12 5 4 1 0 0 0 1 2 1 0 0.200 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 15 2 12 17 1 5
3B 2 0 0 1 0 0
SS 9 1 1 10 2 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2002 SEA 2B 11 2 10 14 1 3
2002 SEA 3B 1 0 0 1 0 0
2002 SEA SS 8 1 1 10 2 4
2003 SEA 2B 4 0 2 3 0 2
2003 SEA 3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
2003 SEA SS 1 0 0 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 15
Third Base 2
Shortstop 9
Designated Hitter 19

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2002 SEA AL $200,000
Total Career Earnings $200,000