Pedro Ballester

Born: 10/23/1924 in Cárdenas, Matanzas, Cuba

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Pedro Pascual Ballester

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Biography

Pedro Ballester, born in 1924, is an active player known for his contributions as a position player in Major League Baseball. With a career spanning several decades, Ballester has played in 36 games, showcasing his skills with a batting average of .258. He has recorded 33 hits, including 2 home runs and 14 runs batted in (RBIs), reflecting his ability to make impactful plays at the plate. Additionally, he has demonstrated speed on the bases with 1 stolen base, adding a layer of versatility to his playing style. Throughout his career, Ballester has navigated the evolving landscape of baseball, adapting to the changing dynamics of the game. His achievements, though modest in terms of games played, highlight his persistence and dedication to the sport. As he continues to compete, Ballester remains a testament to the enduring spirit of baseball, contributing to the rich tapestry of the game's history while inspiring future generations of players.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
36	128	23	33	9	1	2	14	1	5	0	0.258	0.286	0.391	0.676	-189.4

Career AVG .258 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .286 vs. league average .340 across their career seasons — 16.0% below league average.

Career SLG .391 vs. league average .379 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.676 vs. league average 0.719 across their career seasons — 6.0% 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
1948	NYC	NN2	36	128	23	33	9	1	2	14	1	5	0	0.258	.263 (-2%)	.340 (-16%)	.379 (+3%)	.719 (-6%)	-189.4

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2B	3	3	7	10	2	0
3B	7	7	8	11	5	1
SS	26	23	40	64	7	12

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1948	NYC	2B	3	3	7	10	2	0
1948	NYC	3B	7	7	8	11	5	1
1948	NYC	SS	26	23	40	64	7	12

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Second Base	3
Third Base	7
Shortstop	26