Larry Gonzales, baseball player, 1993-1993

Larry Gonzales

Born: 3/28/1967 in West Covina, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1993-06-13 | Final Game: 1993-06-17

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Lawrence Christopher Gonzales

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Biography

Larry Gonzales was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) during a brief career from 1993 to 1993. Born in 1967, Gonzales made his mark in the league over a short span, participating in just 2 games. Despite limited playing time, he recorded 1 hit and drove in 1 run, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.5. His performance showcased a glimpse of his potential, even if it was not fully realized at the major league level. Gonzales's time in MLB occurred during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the growing power of hitters and the increasing emphasis on offense. Although he did not achieve the statistical milestones that many players strive for, his brief stint in the league reflects the journey of countless athletes who pursue the dream of playing at the highest level. His story serves as a reminder of the determination and resilience required to reach the pinnacle of professional sports, even for those whose careers may not be extensively documented 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
2 2 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0.500 0.667 0.500 1.167 0.0

Career AVG .500 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — +88.6% above league average.

Career OBP .667 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — +100.6% above league average.

Career SLG .500 vs. league average .403 across their career seasons — +24.0% above league average.

Career OPS 1.167 vs. league average 0.736 across their career seasons — +58.6% above 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
1993 LAA AL 2 2 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0.500 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 2 0 4 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1993 CAL C 2 0 4 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 2

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu HI 1986, 1987, 1988