Eddy Diaz, baseball player, 1997-1997

Eddy Diaz

Born: 9/29/1971 in Barquisimeto, Lara, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 1997-04-17 | Final Game: 1997-05-21

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Eddy Javier Diaz

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Biography

Eddy Diaz was a professional baseball player born in 1971, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief career from 1997 to 2004. Primarily serving as a position player, Diaz played a total of 16 games in the big leagues. Over the course of his MLB tenure, he recorded 11 hits, which contributed to a batting average of .220. Although he did not hit any home runs, he drove in 7 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute to his team's offense in key situations. Diaz's career unfolded during a transitional era in baseball, characterized by the growing importance of power hitting and the emergence of new offensive strategies. While his time in the majors was limited, his dedication and perseverance reflected the determination of many players who strive for success in a competitive sport. Despite the challenges of securing a long-term position in the league, Diaz's brief appearance on the national stage remains a testament to his talent and commitment to the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
16 50 4 11 2 1 0 7 0 1 5 0.220 0.235 0.300 0.535 -260.5

Career AVG .220 vs. league average .267 across their career seasons — 17.5% below league average.

Career OBP .235 vs. league average .337 across their career seasons — 30.1% below league average.

Career SLG .300 vs. league average .419 across their career seasons — 28.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.535 vs. league average 0.756 across their career seasons — 29.2% 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
1997 ATL AL 16 50 4 11 2 1 0 7 0 1 5 0.220 .266 (-18%) .336 (-30%) .419 (-28%) .756 (-29%) -260.5

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 14 12 27 35 0 10
3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1997 ML4 2B 14 12 27 35 0 10
1997 ML4 3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
1997 ML4 SS 1 0 0 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 14
Third Base 1
Shortstop 1