Francisco Peña, baseball player, 2014-2018

Francisco Peña

Born: 10/12/1989 in Santiago, Santiago, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2014-05-20 | Final Game: 2018-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 230 lbs

Full name: Francisco Antonio Peña

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Biography

Francisco Peña, born in 1989, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2014 to 2018. During his career, he appeared in 86 games across multiple seasons, showcasing his skills primarily as a catcher. Peña accumulated 41 hits, including 5 home runs, and drove in 13 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .216. Although his offensive numbers may not stand out, he contributed to his teams in critical moments, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in the competitive landscape of the MLB. Peña's career unfolded during a time of significant transition in baseball, marked by a growing emphasis on analytics and power hitting. His journey through the league illustrated the challenges faced by many players seeking to establish themselves amidst evolving playing styles. Additionally, he was part of a legacy in baseball, being the son of former major leaguer Tony Peña, which added a familial connection to the rich history of the sport. After retiring from professional play on September 30, 2018, Peña left behind a legacy as a determined athlete who navigated the highs and lows of a career in Major League Baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
86 190 18 41 3 0 5 13 1 8 63 0.216 0.249 0.311 0.559 -721.1

Career AVG .216 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — 14.6% below league average.

Career OBP .249 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 22.0% below league average.

Career SLG .311 vs. league average .409 across their career seasons — 24.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.559 vs. league average 0.728 across their career seasons — 23.1% 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
2014 KCR AL 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2015 KCR AL 8 7 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.143 — — — — 0.0
2016 BAL AL 14 40 5 8 0 0 1 3 0 2 14 0.200 — — — — 0.0
2017 BAL AL 5 10 3 5 0 0 2 2 0 0 3 0.500 — — — — 0.0
2018 STL NL 58 133 10 27 3 0 2 8 1 6 43 0.203 .247 (-18%) .318 (-25%) .409 (-34%) .727 (-30%) -721.1

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 0 1 0 0 0
C 84 45 400 18 2 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2014 KCA C 1 0 0 1 0 0
2015 KCA C 8 1 12 0 0 0
2016 BAL C 14 11 76 5 0 1
2017 BAL C 5 3 16 1 1 0
2018 SLN 1B 2 0 1 0 0 0
2018 SLN C 56 30 296 11 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 84
First Base 2