Benigno Ayala Felix is a former Major League Baseball player who had a 10-season career from 1974 to 1985. He played outfield, first base, and designated hitter. He played for the New York Mets and St. Louis Cardinals both of the National League and the Baltimore Orioles and Cleveland Indians both of the American League. Ayala made his major league debut as the Mets' starting left fielder at Shea Stadium on August 27, 1974.



