Jesus Hernaiz, baseball player, 1974-1974

Jesus Hernaiz

Born: 1/8/1945 in Santurce, P.R.

MLB Debut: 1974-06-14 | Final Game: 1974-09-13

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Jesus Rafael Hernaiz

Biography

Jesus Hernaiz was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned a brief period in the mid-1970s. Born in 1945, he made his Major League Baseball debut on April 6, 1974, showcasing his skills on the mound until his final game on September 13 of the same year. During his time in the league, Hernaiz played for the major league team, contributing to the pitching staff with a record of 2-3. His earned run average (ERA) stood at 5.88, reflecting the challenges he faced in a competitive era of baseball. Hernaiz recorded a total of 16 strikeouts and secured 1 save during his career, demonstrating his ability to generate outs and contribute to his team's efforts. Although his time in the majors was short, he remains a part of baseball history as a player who participated in the dynamic landscape of the 1970s, a decade that was marked by the emergence of new pitching techniques and the evolution of offensive strategies in the game. His contributions, though limited in volume, highlight the diverse tapestry of players who have graced the diamond, each adding their unique story to the sport's rich heritage.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
2 3 27 0 0 0 1 41.3 53 27 6 25 16 5.88 0

Career ERA 5.88 vs. league average 3.63 across their career seasons — 62.1% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
27 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .324 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .369 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.693 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 27 0 4 6 3 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 27