During the “slow” winter months we’re going to take a look back at the 2009 season in the European Leagues. We’ve started with the Dutch Hoofdklasse and the Italian Baseball League. The Spanish Division de Honor is next up.
Astros Valencia
2009 Record: 1-35
2009 Ranking: 10th in Division de Honor. The ASTROS’ only highlight was their first win in two years, defeating CB VILADECANS 8-2 on June 14.
Runs Scored: 94
Runs Allowed: 335
Best Batter: Eric Frank Cowes. He batted .333 (OBP .444/SLG .493) with six extra base hits, 14 runs scored and ten RBI in 75 at-bats through 28 games (24 starts).
Best OPS: Eric Frank Cowes .937
Most Home Runs: Eric Frank Cowes 2
Most RBI: Eric Frank Cowes 10
Most Runs Scored: Alberto Orti 16
Most Stolen Bases: Antonio Salazar 5
Best ERA: Edward Adames 5.92
Most Strikeouts: Elvis Joel Polanco 23
Most Walks: Norman Nelson Cowes 32
Most Innings Pitched: Elvis Joel Polanco 43.2