Jose Oquendo

Played For
New York Mets (1983-1984)
St. Louis Cardinals (1986-1995)

Born
Jose Manuel (Contreras) Oquendo was born on July 4, 1963, in Rio Piedras

Batted:  Both
Threw:  Right

Primary Position:  SS

Primary Team:  SLN

Major League Debut
May 2, 1983

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Nicknames
Secret Weapon

Post-Season Appearances
1987 National League Championship Series
1987 World Series

Hitting Streaks
23 games (1989)

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