Juan Beníquez
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Juan Jose Beníquez Torres
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 11", Weight 165 lb.
- Debut September 4, 1971
- Final Game May 30, 1988
- Born May 13, 1950 in San Sebastian, P.R.
[edit] Biographical Information
Juan Beníquez came up to the majors as a shortstop but was converted to the outfield, where he spent most of his big league career. In 1989, he hit .359 playing for the St. Lucie Legends in the Senior Professional Baseball Association. Beniquez also pitched 3 scoreless innings in one game for St. Lucie; he gave up one walk and no hits.
Juan also played 22 seasons in the Puerto Rico Winter Baseball League with the Arecibo Wolves and Santurce Crabbers. He continued to play at home after his MLB career ended, missing only the winter he spent with St. Lucie. Juan finally retired as a player after the 1990-91 season. His nickname is "Tití".
[edit] Notable Achievements
- AL Gold Glove Winner (1977)
