Oscar Azocar, baseball player, 1990-1992

Oscar Azocar

Born: 2/21/1965 in Soro, Sucre, Venezuela

Died: 6/14/2010 in Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 1990-07-17 | Final Game: 1992-10-04

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Oscar Gregorio Azocar

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Biography

Oscar Azocar, born in 1965, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1990 until 1992. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 202 games, showcasing his skills predominantly in the outfield. Azocar was known for his speed on the bases, evidenced by his 10 stolen bases, which added a dynamic element to his playing style. Throughout his time in the league, Azocar recorded 99 hits, contributing 5 home runs and 36 RBIs to his teams. His batting average stood at .226, reflecting the challenges he faced at the plate during an era characterized by a transition in offensive play styles. While Azocar may not have reached the heights of superstardom in the MLB, he played an important role as a reliable bench player and provided depth for the teams he was a part of. His journey in baseball serves as a reminder of the many players who contribute to the fabric of the game, often flying under the radar yet leaving their mark in the annals of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
202 439 38 99 16 0 5 36 10 12 36 0.226 0.248 0.296 0.544 -1885.0

Career AVG .226 vs. league average .256 across their career seasons — 12.1% below league average.

Career OBP .248 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — 23.4% below league average.

Career SLG .296 vs. league average .382 across their career seasons — 22.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.544 vs. league average 0.706 across their career seasons — 22.9% 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
1990 NYY AL 65 214 18 53 8 0 5 19 7 2 15 0.248 .257 (-4%) .324 (-21%) .385 (-8%) .710 (-14%) -579.9
1991 SDP NL 38 57 5 14 2 0 0 9 2 1 9 0.246 .255 (-4%) .323 (-18%) .384 (-27%) .708 (-23%) -225.2
1992 SDP NL 99 168 15 32 6 0 0 8 1 9 12 0.190 .255 (-26%) .322 (-29%) .377 (-40%) .699 (-35%) -1079.8

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 5 0 0 0
OF 107 87 183 5 7 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1990 NYA OF 57 49 105 4 1 1
1991 SDN 1B 1 0 5 0 0 0
1991 SDN OF 13 9 14 0 2 0
1992 SDN OF 37 29 64 1 4 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1
Left Field 90
Right Field 19
Designated Hitter 1

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1992 SDN NL $120,000
Total Career Earnings $120,000