Miguel González (catcher)

Miguel González
Free agent
Catcher
Born: (1990-12-03) December 3, 1990
Porlamar, Nueva Esparta, Venezuela
Bats: Right Throws: Right
MLB debut
September 10, 2013, for the Chicago White Sox
MLB statistics
(through 2013)
Batting average .222
Home runs 0
Runs batted in 0
Teams

Miguel Antonio González (born December 3, 1990) is a Venezuelan professional baseball catcher who is currently a free agent. He has played for the Chicago White Sox of Major League Baseball (MLB).

Career

Chicago White Sox

González was called up to the majors for the first time on September 2, 2013.[1] On September 11, 2013, González got his first Major League hit against Cleveland Indians pitcher Josh Tomlin. He was outrighted off the White Sox roster on September 30, 2013.

During the 2015 season, González split time between the Double-A Erie SeaWolves and Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens, appearing in 69 games and hitting .242 with 18 doubles, two home runs and 26 RBIs.

Detroit Tigers

On December 11, 2015, González signed a minor-league contract with the Detroit Tigers, and was invited to spring training.[2] He elected free agency on November 6, 2017.

Winnipeg Goldeyes

On March 5, 2018, González signed with the Winnipeg Goldeyes of the American Association.[3] He was released prior to the 2018 season on March 27, 2018.

See also

References

  1. Sox catcher Flowers to have exploratory shoulder surgery
  2. Jahnke, James (December 11, 2015). "Tigers sign 17 minor leaguers, invite 6 to camp". Detroit Free Press. Retrieved December 11, 2015.
  3. "Goldeyes Add Major League Catcher". Winnipeg Goldeyes. Retrieved March 5, 2018.
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