Hiram Bocachica
| AB | 535 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .215 |
| OBP | .272 |
| SLG | .355 |
| HR | 15 |
- Full name Hiram Bocachica
- Born 03/04/1976 in Ponce, Puerto Rico
- Profile Ht.: 5'11" / Wt.: 195 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- School Rexville Superior
- Debut 09/13/2000
- Drafted in the 1st round (21st overall) by the Washington Nationals in 1994 (signed for $635,000).
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Guerrero, OF Peter Bergeron, 1B Jonathan Tucker and LHP Ted Lilly, July 31, 1998. Bocachica had one of the best seasons in the organization last year and was the second baseman on Baseball America's Triple-A All-Star team. He also performed well during his first stint in the majors. He could turn out to be the best thing to come out of a regrettable July 1998 trade with the Expos that also brought Mark Grudzielanek and Carlos Perez for four prospects. Bocachica gave every indication last year that he has put the finishing touches on all aspects of his game and is close to being a polished product. An exciting offensive performer with his excellent speed, he combines good strength and bat speed to drive the ball into the gaps. He also has an above-average arm and is a steady fielder. The Dodgers envision him as a utilityman. He tried playing the outfield during winter ball, but the results weren't overwhelming. Dogged by a reputation for a lack of dedication to the game, he has proven his critics wrong and simply must make the adjustments against better competition. The Dodgers plan to give Bocachica a shot this spring at earning a job as a reserve infielder in the big leagues.
