Jose Munoz, baseball player, 1996-1996

Jose Munoz

Born: 11/11/1967 in Chicago, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1996-04-07 | Final Game: 1996-05-31

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Jose Luis Munoz

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Biography

Jose Munoz was a professional baseball player born in 1967, whose career spanned a brief period from 1996 to 2004. Primarily serving as a position player, Munoz made his mark in Major League Baseball during the 1996 season. Over the course of 17 games, he recorded 7 hits, contributing to a batting average of .259. While he did not hit any home runs, he managed to drive in 1 run during his time in the league. Known for his speed and agility on the field, Munoz did not register any stolen bases, highlighting a more traditional approach to the game during an era that began to embrace power hitting. Despite a short career, Munoz's time in the majors reflected the competitive nature of the mid-1990s, a period characterized by a transition in baseball styles as players began to focus more on home runs and offensive power. Munoz's performance, though limited, exemplified the dedication and skill required to make it to the highest level of the sport, marking him as a notable figure for those who appreciate the nuances of baseball history. After his brief stint in the majors, he left an imprint on the game that resonates with fans and historians alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
17 27 7 7 0 0 0 1 0 4 1 0.259 0.355 0.259 0.614 0.0

Career AVG .259 vs. league average .270 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .355 vs. league average .340 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .259 vs. league average .427 across their career seasons — 39.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.614 vs. league average 0.767 across their career seasons — 19.9% 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
1996 CHW AL 17 27 7 7 0 0 0 1 0 4 1 0.259 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 7 5 12 12 2 2
3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 2 0 0 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1996 CHA 2B 7 5 12 12 2 2
1996 CHA 3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
1996 CHA OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
1996 CHA SS 2 0 0 1 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 7
Third Base 1
Shortstop 2
Left Field 1
Designated Hitter 2

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Florida College Jacksonville FL 1987