Chi-Chi Olivo, baseball player, 1961-1966

Chi-Chi Olivo

Born: 3/18/1926 in Guayubin, Monte Cristi, D.R.

Died: 2/3/1977 in Guayubin, Monte Cristi, D.R.

MLB Debut: 1961-06-05 | Final Game: 1966-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: Federico Emilio Olivo

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Biography

Chi-Chi Olivo, born in 1926, was a professional baseball pitcher who played from 1961 until his retirement in 1966. Known for his competitive spirit and ability to perform under pressure, Olivo made a notable impact during his career in Major League Baseball. Over the span of his five seasons, he held a record of 7-6 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 3.96. His repertoire was complemented by a total of 98 strikeouts and 12 saves, showcasing his versatility as both a starter and a reliever. Olivo's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the increasing importance of relief pitchers and the evolving strategies of the game. His contributions on the mound were significant for the teams he represented, as he brought a fierce determination and a strong work ethic to the field. Although he may not have achieved superstardom, Olivo's performances left an indelible mark on the teams he played for, reflecting the grit and tenacity that defined the era. His legacy endures as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
7 6 96 0 0 0 12 141.0 129 62 13 50 98 3.96 0

Career ERA 3.96 vs. league average 3.64 across their career seasons — 8.6% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year Team Lg W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER BB SO ERA Lg ERA Pitcher PIV
1961 ATL NL 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 2.0 3 4 5 1 18.00 — -
1964 ATL NL 2 1 38 0 0 0 5 60.0 55 25 21 45 3.75 3.58 (-5%) -
1965 ATL NL 0 1 8 0 0 0 0 13.0 12 2 5 11 1.38 3.50 (+60%) -
1966 ATL NL 5 4 47 0 0 0 7 66.0 59 31 19 41 4.23 3.52 (-20%) 855.3

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
96 13 1 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 0.154 0.154 0.154 0.308 0.0

Career AVG .154 vs. league average .251 across their career seasons — 38.6% below league average.

Career OBP .154 vs. league average .315 across their career seasons — 51.2% below league average.

Career SLG .154 vs. league average .381 across their career seasons — 59.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.308 vs. league average 0.696 across their career seasons — 55.8% 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
1961 ATL NL 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1964 ATL NL 38 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.250 — — — — 0.0
1965 ATL NL 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
1966 ATL NL 47 9 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0.111 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 96 0 3 23 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1961 ML1 P 3 0 0 0 0 0
1964 ML1 P 38 0 3 13 0 0
1965 ML1 P 8 0 0 1 0 0
1966 ATL P 47 0 0 9 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 96