Larry Arndt
Born: 2/25/1963 in Fremont, OH, USA
Died: 1/3/2014 in Tucson, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1989-06-06 | Final Game: 1989-06-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Larry Wayne Arndt
Biography
Larry Arndt was a professional baseball player born in 1963, who made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball during the 1989 season. A versatile position player, Arndt's career spanned just two games, both played on June 6 and June 7, 1989. During this short stint, he recorded one hit in six at-bats, culminating in a batting average of .167. Although he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, his presence on the field during this period contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball's history in the late 1980s.
Arndt's career took place in an era characterized by a mix of emerging talent and veteran players as baseball saw a shift toward more power-hitting styles. While his major league career was fleeting, it highlighted the challenges facing players vying for spots on MLB rosters during a time when competition was fierce. Despite limited statistics, Arndt's journey through professional baseball serves as a reminder of the countless players who have contributed to the game, often leaving their mark in ways that transcend traditional metrics.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.167 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | OAK | AL | 2 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | OAK | 1B | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 1989 | OAK | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green State University | Bowling Green | OH | 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 |