Minnie Mendoza

Born: 12/3/1934 in Caimito, Artemisa, Cuba

Died: 9/9/2024 in Murrells Inlet, SC, USA

MLB Debut: 1970-04-09 | Final Game: 1970-06-07

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Cristobal Rigoberto Mendoza

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Biography

Minnie Mendoza, born in 1934, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues during a brief stint from 1970 to June 1970. Primarily playing as a position player, Mendoza participated in 16 games, where he achieved 3 hits and recorded 2 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .188. Despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases, Mendoza's contribution to his team was characterized by his work ethic and dedication to the game. Mendoza played during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving with the introduction of more diverse talent and changing playing styles. While his Major League career was short-lived, his presence on the field represented the spirit of perseverance and the passion that many players brought to the game. Though his statistical output may not reflect the impact of some of his contemporaries, Mendoza's journey through baseball remains a testament to the countless players who contributed to the rich tapestry of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
16	16	2	3	0	0	0	2	0	0	1	0.188	0.188	0.188	0.375	0.0

Career AVG .188 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — 26.2% below league average.

Career OBP .188 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — 42.4% below league average.

Career SLG .188 vs. league average .385 across their career seasons — 51.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.375 vs. league average 0.711 across their career seasons — 47.3% 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
1970	MIN	AL	16	16	2	3	0	0	0	2	0	0	1	0.188	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2B	4	0	7	3	0	0
3B	5	0	1	2	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1970	MIN	2B	4	0	7	3	0	0
1970	MIN	3B	5	0	1	2	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Second Base	4
Third Base	5