Nino Espinosa

Born: 8/15/1953 in Villa Altagracia, San Cristóbal, D.R.

Died: 12/24/1987 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.

MLB Debut: 1974-09-13 | Final Game: 1981-09-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 192 lbs

Full name: Arnulfo Acevedo Espinosa

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Biography

Nino Espinosa was a professional baseball pitcher known for his versatility and competitive spirit during his career from 1974 to 1981. Born in 1953, Espinosa played in an era marked by the evolution of pitching strategies and a growing emphasis on strikeouts. Over his career, he compiled a record of 44-55, showcasing his ability to take the mound in a variety of situations, although he finished with a modest win-loss record. His earned run average (ERA) stood at 4.17, reflecting the challenges he faced in a league that increasingly favored offensive prowess. Espinosa recorded a total of 338 strikeouts, highlighting his skill in overpowering batters and contributing to his team's efforts on the mound. Despite not recording any saves during his career, he was often relied upon to provide valuable innings and stability in the rotation. His playing style combined determination and resilience, making him a respected figure among teammates and opponents alike during his time in Major League Baseball. Espinosa's contributions to the game have been a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, as he navigated a competitive landscape filled with emerging talent and shifting strategies.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
44	55	140	126	24	5	0	820.3	865	380	85	252	338	4.17	0

Career ERA 4.17 vs. league average 3.76 across their career seasons — 11.0% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1974	NYN	NL	0	0	2	1	0	0	9.0	12	5	0	2	5.00	3.63 (-38%)	0.0
1975	NYN	NL	0	1	2	0	0	0	3.0	8	6	1	2	18.00	—	0.0
1976	NYN	NL	4	4	12	5	0	0	41.7	41	17	13	30	3.67	3.51 (-4%)	472.3
1977	NYN	NL	10	13	32	29	7	1	200.0	188	76	55	105	3.42	4.00 (+14%)	1590.2
1978	NYN	NL	11	15	32	32	6	1	203.7	230	107	75	76	4.73	3.69 (-28%)	-4416.0
1979	PHI	NL	14	12	33	33	8	3	212.0	211	86	65	88	3.65	4.00 (+9%)	-490.3
1980	PHI	NL	3	5	12	12	1	0	76.3	73	32	19	13	3.77	3.84 (+2%)	-1798.8
1981	PHI	NL	2	5	14	14	2	0	73.7	98	50	24	22	6.11	3.58 (-70%)	-2577.6
1981	TOR	AL	0	0	1	0	0	0	1.0	4	1	0	0	9.00	—	0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
144	258	15	44	7	0	0	19	0	9	78	0.171	0.199	0.198	0.396	-1410.9

Career AVG .171 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 34.4% below league average.

Career OBP .199 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 39.0% below league average.

Career SLG .198 vs. league average .381 across their career seasons — 48.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.396 vs. league average 0.706 across their career seasons — 43.9% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	RBI	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1974	NYN	NL	2	2	0	1	0	0	0	0	0.500	—	—	—	—	0.0
1975	NYN	NL	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1976	NYN	NL	12	9	1	0	0	0	1	3	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1977	NYN	NL	32	62	1	8	1	5	3	15	0.129	.264 (-51%)	.329 (-49%)	.401 (-64%)	.730 (-57%)	-597.9
1978	NYN	NL	32	67	6	14	3	4	1	28	0.209	.257 (-19%)	.323 (-32%)	.378 (-33%)	.702 (-32%)	-365.3
1979	PHI	NL	36	72	3	14	2	6	4	15	0.194	.265 (-27%)	.329 (-28%)	.397 (-44%)	.727 (-37%)	-447.6
1980	PHI	NL	13	26	4	3	1	2	0	9	0.115	—	—	—	—	0.0
1981	PHI	NL	14	20	0	4	0	2	0	8	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0
1981	TOR	AL	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0