What is Jose Oliva's full name?
Jose Oliva
Jose Oliva date of birth:
March 3, 1971
How old was Jose Oliva when died?
26
Where was Jose Oliva born?
San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macoris, D.R.
When did Jose Oliva die?
December 22, 1997
Where did Jose Oliva die?
San Cristobal, San Cristobal, D.R.
How tall is Jose Oliva?
6' 3" (190 cm)
How much does Jose Oliva weigh?
215 lbs (97.5 kg)
What is Jose Oliva nationality?
Dominican
Where did Jose Oliva go to school?
San Pedro de Marcoris (San Pedro de Marcoris, DO)
What is Jose Oliva's occupation?
Former Major League Baseball Player
Short Biography
José Oliva (March 3, 1971 – December 22, 1997), was a professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues primarily as a 3rd baseman from 1994 to 1995. Oliva had three daughters, Laura Oliva, Tiana Oliva, and Yeika Oliva. On December 22, 1997, Oliva died from multiple injuries when his car overturned along the San Cristóbal highway in the Dominican Republic. Oliva was the last St. Louis Cardinal to wear jersey number 42, which has since been retired league wide by Major League Baseball in honor of Jackie Robinson.