Career Summary
Otto Velez played outfielder for the New York Yankees from 1973-1976. Over 4 seasons, he appeared in 105 games, batting .228 with 6 home runs and 28 RBI. He also appeared in 4 postseason games.
Season-by-Season Stats
Regular Season
| Year | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 23 | 77 | 9 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 15 | 24 | 0 | .195 | .326 | .325 | .651 |
| 1974 | 27 | 67 | 9 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 15 | 24 | 0 | .209 | .345 | .343 | .688 |
| 1975 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | .250 | .400 | .250 | .650 |
| 1976 | 49 | 94 | 11 | 25 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 23 | 26 | 0 | .266 | .410 | .394 | .804 |
| Career | 105 | 246 | 29 | 56 | 11 | 1 | 6 | 28 | 55 | 74 | 0 | .228 | .369 | .354 | .722 |
Postseason
| Year | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 4 | 4 | -- | 0 | -- | -- | 0 | 0 | -- | -- | -- | .000 | -- | -- | -- |
| Career | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Otto Velez play in the postseason with the Yankees?
Yes, Otto Velez appeared in 4 postseason games for the New York Yankees. While Otto Velez didn't win a World Series ring, the postseason experience showed Otto Velez's value as a contributor during the Yankees' October runs.
Where was Otto Velez born?
Otto Velez was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Otto Velez went on to play for the New York Yankees from 1973-1976, representing the franchise at the major league level.
What were Otto Velez's career stats with the Yankees?
Otto Velez compiled a .228 batting average, 6 home runs, 28 RBI, and 56 hits across 105 games for the New York Yankees. Otto Velez's offensive production with the Yankees covered the 1973-1976 seasons.