Lew Beasley
Born: 8/27/1948 in Sparta, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-05-21 | Final Game: 1977-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 172 lbs
Full name: Lewis Paige Beasley
Biography
Lew Beasley, born in 1948, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the major leagues as a position player during the late 1970s. His career spanned from May 21, 1977, to October 2, 1977, during which he played in 25 games. Beasley recorded a total of 7 hits, resulting in a batting average of .219, and he contributed 3 runs batted in (RBIs) to his team's efforts. While he did not hit any home runs, he showcased his speed on the bases with 1 stolen base throughout his brief career.
Beasley played during a period when baseball was transitioning, with the sport experiencing changes in player dynamics and fan engagement. Though his career was short-lived, Beasley’s time in the majors reflected the challenges faced by many players striving to make their mark in a competitive environment. His contributions, while modest in statistical terms, were part of the rich tapestry of the game during a pivotal era in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 32 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.219 | 0.257 | 0.250 | 0.507 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | TEX | AL | 25 | 32 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.219 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 18 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| SS | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | TEX | SS | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | TEX | OF | 18 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 14 |
| Right Field | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |