Leovigildo Xiqués

Leovigildo Xiqués

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 0", Weight 163 lb.

• Debut 1944
• Final Game 1947
• Born September 23, 1917 in Havana, Havana Cuba
• Died March 5, 1956 in Havana, Havana Cuba

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Biographical Information

Leovigildo Xiqués is the only major leaguer whose last name starts with the letter "X". In addition to his three seasons in the Negro American League, he appeared with three different Mexican League teams in 1945. He hit .209/~.278/.269 in 73 games. His strength was clearly speed as he had 5 triples and stole 16 bases.

Source: The Mexican League: Comprehensive Player Statistics by Pedro Treto Cisneros

Notable Achievements

• NAL Stolen Bases Leader (1944)

Related Sites

• Leovigildo Xiqués at the SABR Bio Project