Jose Uribe
Born: 1/21/1959 in San Cristobal, San Cristóbal, D.R.
Died: 12/8/2006 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1984-09-13 | Final Game: 1993-10-03
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Jose Altagracia Uribe
Biography
Jose Uribe, born in 1959, was a professional baseball player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1984 to 1993. Primarily known as a position player, Uribe showcased a versatile skill set throughout his career, appearing in 1,038 games. He compiled a batting average of .241 and recorded 738 hits, which included 19 home runs and 219 runs batted in (RBIs). A notable aspect of his game was his speed on the basepaths; he successfully stole 74 bases, demonstrating his ability to contribute offensively in multiple ways.
Uribe played during a transformative era in baseball, witnessing the evolution of the game in the late 20th century. His tenure in the majors coincided with a period marked by increasing focus on power hitting and athleticism. Despite not being a household name, Uribe's consistent presence and contributions on the field reflected the hard-nosed style of play that characterized many players of his generation. His career spanned nearly a decade, and he left a mark through his dedication and performance, becoming a respected figure among teammates and fans alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1038 | 3064 | 307 | 738 | 99 | 34 | 19 | 219 | 74 | 256 | 425 | 0.241 | 0.300 | 0.314 | 0.613 | -7976.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | STL | NL | 8 | 19 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | SFG | NL | 147 | 476 | 46 | 113 | 20 | 4 | 3 | 26 | 8 | 30 | 57 | 0.237 | -1523.9 |
| 1986 | SFG | NL | 157 | 453 | 46 | 101 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 43 | 22 | 61 | 76 | 0.223 | -1407.6 |
| 1987 | SFG | NL | 95 | 309 | 44 | 90 | 16 | 5 | 5 | 30 | 12 | 24 | 35 | 0.291 | 144.8 |
| 1988 | SFG | NL | 141 | 493 | 47 | 124 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 35 | 14 | 36 | 69 | 0.252 | -1030.5 |
| 1989 | SFG | NL | 151 | 453 | 34 | 100 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 30 | 6 | 34 | 74 | 0.221 | -1855.8 |
| 1990 | SFG | NL | 138 | 415 | 35 | 103 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 24 | 5 | 29 | 49 | 0.248 | -1232.1 |
| 1991 | SFG | NL | 90 | 231 | 23 | 51 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 20 | 33 | 0.221 | -733.6 |
| 1992 | SFG | NL | 66 | 162 | 24 | 39 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 2 | 14 | 25 | 0.241 | -234.2 |
| 1993 | HOU | NL | 45 | 53 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 0.245 | -103.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 48 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | WS | SFN | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 |
| 1989 | NLCS | SFN | 5 | 17 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0.235 |
| 1987 | NLCS | SFN | 7 | 26 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.269 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 1015 | 926 | 1436 | 2821 | 136 | 565 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | SLN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | SLN | SS | 5 | 4 | 7 | 14 | 1 | 4 |
| 1985 | SFN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | SFN | SS | 145 | 137 | 209 | 438 | 26 | 77 |
| 1986 | SFN | SS | 156 | 153 | 249 | 444 | 16 | 95 |
| 1987 | SFN | SS | 95 | 90 | 145 | 286 | 13 | 62 |
| 1988 | SFN | SS | 140 | 140 | 212 | 404 | 19 | 77 |
| 1989 | SFN | SS | 150 | 146 | 225 | 436 | 18 | 85 |
| 1990 | SFN | SS | 134 | 122 | 182 | 373 | 20 | 73 |
| 1991 | SFN | SS | 87 | 75 | 98 | 218 | 11 | 35 |
| 1992 | SFN | SS | 62 | 46 | 75 | 157 | 7 | 37 |
| 1993 | HOU | SS | 41 | 13 | 34 | 51 | 5 | 20 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 2 |
| Shortstop | 1015 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | HOU | NL | $400,000 |
| 1992 | SFN | NL | $1,533,334 |
| 1991 | SFN | NL | $1,333,333 |
| 1990 | SFN | NL | $983,333 |
| 1989 | SFN | NL | $687,500 |
| 1988 | SFN | NL | $535,000 |
| 1987 | SFN | NL | $195,000 |
| 1986 | SFN | NL | $133,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,800,500 | ||