Francisco Santos

Born: 3/9/1974 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2003-06-18 | Final Game: 2003-07-03

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Francisco Alejandro Santos

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Biography

Francisco Santos was a professional baseball player born in 1974, who played in the Major Leagues during a brief career from June 18, 2003, to July 3, 2003. Primarily serving as a position player, Santos made a modest impact in the league over the course of just eight games. He recorded three hits, including one home run, and drove in a total of one run, finishing his short-lived career with a batting average of .200. His performance, while limited, showcased the challenge many players faced in making a lasting impression in the competitive environment of Major League Baseball. Santos's time in the majors occurred during an era marked by significant changes in the game, including the rise of power hitters and advanced analytics that began to shape player evaluation. Despite his limited opportunities, his presence in the league reflects the stories of many players who strive for greatness but find their careers cut short for various reasons. Santos remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless individuals who have aspired to reach the highest level of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
8	15	2	3	2	0	1	1	0	0	3	0.200	0.200	0.533	0.733	0.0

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — 24.3% below league average.

Career OBP .200 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 39.9% below league average.

Career SLG .533 vs. league average .422 across their career seasons — +26.4% above league average.

Career OPS 0.733 vs. league average 0.755 across their career seasons — near 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
2003	SFG	NL	8	15	2	3	2	0	1	1	0	0	3	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

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

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2003	SFN	1B	1	1	5	0	0	2
2003	SFN	OF	3	1	3	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
First Base	1
Right Field	3