During the winter months we are going to look back at the performances of Europeans, who played in the United States during the 2009 season.
Jan Baldee
Birth date: 12/8/1990 in Rotterdam, Netherlands
Throws/Bats: Right/Right
Organization: Houston Astros
Position: Infielder
2009 Season: In his second professional year the 18-year-old Jan Baldee batted a mere .024 (OBP .070/SLG .024) in 18 games for the GCL Astros of the Gulf Coast League. He had just one hit in 41 at bats and walked twice, while striking out 24 times. He also made seven errors in 29 chances in eight games as a shortstop. He began his pro career last year, playing in the Venezuelan Summer League.
Career Stats: 31 GP, 90 PA, 84 AB, 0 R, 4 H, 1 RBI, 3 BB, 43 SO, AVG .048, OBP .101, SLG .048
Highest Level: Rookie (2009 Gulf Coast League)
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