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Andy González
González with the Buffalo Bisons
Colorado Rockies – No. 70
Outfielder / Third baseman
Born: (1981-12-15) December 15, 1981 (age 42)
Río Piedras, Puerto Rico
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
MLB debut
April 25, 2007, for the Chicago White Sox
Last MLB appearance
October 3, 2009, for the Florida Marlins
MLB statistics
Batting average.182
Home runs3
Runs batted in13
Teams

As Coach

Medals
Representing  Puerto Rico
Men's Baseball
World Baseball Classic
Silver medal – second place 2013 San Francisco Team

Angel Manuel "Andy" González (born December 15, 1981) is a Puerto Rican former professional baseball outfielder and third baseman. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Chicago White Sox, Cleveland Indians, and Florida Marlins.

Career

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González was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the fifth round (163rd overall) of the 2001 Major League Baseball draft.[1] He made his professional debut that year with the Gulf Coast League White Sox, where he was a Gulf Coast League All-Star at shortstop. He finished with a .323 batting average, five home runs and 30 RBI in 48 games.[2]

After steadily advancing through Chicago's minor league system, González was recalled by the White Sox and made his major league debut on April 25, 2007. He finished the game 0-for-1 with a walk in Chicago's 6–2 win over the Detroit Tigers.[3] In 189 at bats in the majors in 2007, González batted only .185 with two home runs and 11 RBI in 67 games.[4] After the season, the White Sox did not tender González a contract, making him a free agent.[5]

On December 21, 2007, González signed a minor league contract with the Cleveland Indians with an invitation to spring training.[6] After not making the team out of spring training, González began the 2008 season with the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons, where he batted .242 with seven home runs and 35 RBI in 83 games.[2] He was called up to the majors on July 26 to fill the roster following the trade of Casey Blake.[7] In 10 games with Cleveland, González hit .208 with a home run and 2 RBI before being designated for assignment on August 29.[4][8] He became a free agent at the end of the season.[4]

In January 2009, González signed a minor league contract with the Florida Marlins.[9] He made the team out of spring training, and was added to the major league roster on April 4, 2009.[10] However, he did not appear in a game before being sent to the Triple-A New Orleans Zephyrs on April 12.[11] He was recalled again on July 8, and hit a triple in his first at bat with the team on July 9.[12][13] González was optioned to New Orleans on July 20, and designated for assignment on July 31.[14][15] On October 9, the Marlins outrighted him to New Orleans and he opted for free agency.[4]

On April 29, 2010, the Sussex Skyhawks signed González.[16] He signed a minor league deal with the Milwaukee Brewers on April 30, 2011.[17]

Puerto Rico Baseball League

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In 2008, González played with the Leones de Ponce of the Puerto Rico Baseball League. He won the league's regular season batting championship. Registering an average of .387 in 41 games played.[18] In the semifinals, González had an average of .313 with one RBI.[19]

Post-playing career

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In November 2020, González was named the first manager of RA12.[20]

On December 14, 2021, González was hired by the Colorado Rockies as an assistant hitting coach for the 2022 season.[21]

Personal

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González attended Florida Air Academy in Melbourne, Florida.[4]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "5th Round of the 2001 MLB June Amateur Draft". Baseball Reference. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  2. ^ a b "Andy González Minor, Winter, Fall & Independent Leagues Statistics". Baseball Reference. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  3. ^ "Detroit Tigers vs Chicago White Sox Box Score: April 25, 2007". Baseball Reference. April 25, 2007. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  4. ^ a b c d e "Andy González Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More". Baseball Reference. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  5. ^ "White Sox do not tender 2008 contracts to Andy Gonzalez, Heath Phillips". Chicago White Sox. MLB.com. December 12, 2007. Archived from the original on December 14, 2007. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  6. ^ "Indians invite five players to Major League camp". Cleveland Indians. MLB.com. December 21, 2007. Archived from the original on December 25, 2007. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  7. ^ Gribble, Andrew (July 26, 2008). "Tribe sends Blake to Dodgers". Cleveland Indians. MLB.com. Archived from the original on July 31, 2008. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  8. ^ Castrovince, Anthony (August 29, 2008). "Martinez activated off disabled list". Cleveland Indians. MLB.com. Archived from the original on September 1, 2008. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  9. ^ Gonzalez, Alden (January 13, 2009). "Marlins sign eight to Minors deals". Florida Marlins. MLB.com. Archived from the original on June 6, 2011. Retrieved January 13, 2009.
  10. ^ "Marlins set 2009 Opening Day roster". Florida Marlins. MLB.com. April 4, 2009. Archived from the original on April 6, 2009. Retrieved April 6, 2009.
  11. ^ Gonzalez, Alden (April 12, 2009). "Amezaga ready to get back in action". Florida Marlins. MLB.com. Archived from the original on April 17, 2009. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  12. ^ "Alfredo Amezaga out for the season". Fish Stripes. SB Nation. July 9, 2009. Retrieved September 13, 2024.
  13. ^ "Florida Marlins vs Arizona Diamondbacks Box Score: July 9, 2009". Baseball Reference. July 9, 2009. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  14. ^ "Transactions". Miami Marlins. MLB.com. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  15. ^ Frisaro, Joe (July 31, 2009). "Marlins land first baseman Johnson". MLB.com. MLB Advanced Media. Archived from the original on January 21, 2010. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  16. ^ "Hawks Sign Major Leaguer". OurSports Central. April 29, 2010. Retrieved September 14, 2024.
  17. ^ "Timber Rattlers to do double duty in May". Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. April 30, 2011. Retrieved May 10, 2011.
  18. ^ Sánchez-Bretón, Raúl Álzaga (January 8, 2009). "González enfocado en el éxito colectivo león". Primera Hora (in Spanish). Retrieved February 6, 2009.
  19. ^ "Leones de Ponce: Serie Semifinal A – Bateadores" (PDF). Puerto Rico Baseball League (in Spanish). January 13, 2009. Archived from the original (PDF) on January 19, 2010. Retrieved February 6, 2009.
  20. ^ "Completada la plantilla de RA12 con nombramiento de Andy González". Sin Censura Deportiva (in Spanish). November 5, 2020. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
  21. ^ Harding, Thomas (December 13, 2021). "Rockies name 3 additions to coaching staff". MLB.com. MLB Advanced Media. Retrieved April 5, 2022.
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