Dale Berra
Born: 12/13/1956 in Ridgewood, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-08-22 | Final Game: 1987-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Dale Anthony Berra
Biography
Dale Berra was a professional baseball player born in 1956, who played in Major League Baseball from 1977 until his retirement in 1987. A versatile position player, Berra appeared in 853 games throughout his career, primarily serving as a shortstop and third baseman. He was known for his solid defensive skills and a competitive spirit that characterized the eras of baseball in which he played, notably during the transition from the late 1970s into the mid-1980s.
Over the course of his career, Berra accumulated 603 hits, 49 home runs, and 278 runs batted in, finishing with a batting average of .236. He also showcased his speed on the bases, recording 32 stolen bases. Being the son of legendary catcher Yogi Berra, Dale carried the weight of a storied baseball legacy, contributing to his unique position in baseball history. His journey through the sport reflected the evolving nature of baseball during a time of significant change, both on and off the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 853 | 2553 | 236 | 603 | 109 | 9 | 49 | 278 | 32 | 210 | 422 | 0.236 | 0.294 | 0.344 | 0.638 | -4749.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | PIT | NL | 17 | 40 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.175 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | PIT | NL | 56 | 135 | 16 | 28 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 3 | 13 | 20 | 0.207 | -200.6 |
| 1979 | PIT | NL | 44 | 123 | 11 | 26 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 11 | 17 | 0.211 | -401.4 |
| 1980 | PIT | NL | 93 | 245 | 21 | 54 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 31 | 2 | 16 | 52 | 0.220 | -698.1 |
| 1981 | PIT | NL | 81 | 232 | 21 | 56 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 27 | 11 | 17 | 34 | 0.241 | -376.5 |
| 1982 | PIT | NL | 156 | 529 | 64 | 139 | 25 | 5 | 10 | 61 | 6 | 33 | 83 | 0.263 | -468.4 |
| 1983 | PIT | NL | 161 | 537 | 51 | 135 | 25 | 1 | 10 | 52 | 8 | 61 | 84 | 0.251 | -341.4 |
| 1984 | PIT | NL | 136 | 450 | 31 | 100 | 16 | 0 | 9 | 52 | 1 | 34 | 78 | 0.222 | -1539.2 |
| 1985 | NYY | AL | 48 | 109 | 8 | 25 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 20 | 0.229 | -316.3 |
| 1986 | NYY | AL | 42 | 108 | 10 | 25 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 0.231 | -202.8 |
| 1987 | HOU | NL | 19 | 45 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 12 | 0.178 | -204.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 25 | 15 | 33 | 48 | 0 | 9 |
| 3B | 247 | 167 | 138 | 368 | 34 | 40 |
| SS | 591 | 546 | 883 | 1754 | 114 | 296 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | PIT | 3B | 14 | 10 | 14 | 22 | 1 | 1 |
| 1978 | PIT | 3B | 55 | 35 | 28 | 80 | 11 | 11 |
| 1978 | PIT | SS | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | PIT | 3B | 22 | 16 | 18 | 33 | 7 | 3 |
| 1979 | PIT | SS | 22 | 15 | 25 | 53 | 5 | 11 |
| 1980 | PIT | 2B | 4 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | PIT | 3B | 48 | 29 | 23 | 69 | 3 | 7 |
| 1980 | PIT | SS | 45 | 33 | 59 | 98 | 8 | 16 |
| 1981 | PIT | 2B | 18 | 14 | 26 | 43 | 0 | 9 |
| 1981 | PIT | 3B | 42 | 26 | 21 | 62 | 2 | 6 |
| 1981 | PIT | SS | 30 | 21 | 42 | 62 | 6 | 12 |
| 1982 | PIT | 3B | 6 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | PIT | SS | 153 | 150 | 238 | 498 | 30 | 77 |
| 1983 | PIT | SS | 161 | 160 | 286 | 505 | 30 | 103 |
| 1984 | PIT | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | PIT | SS | 135 | 134 | 186 | 449 | 30 | 65 |
| 1985 | NYA | 3B | 41 | 33 | 20 | 68 | 8 | 9 |
| 1985 | NYA | SS | 6 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | NYA | 3B | 18 | 16 | 11 | 27 | 2 | 3 |
| 1986 | NYA | SS | 19 | 15 | 29 | 40 | 2 | 8 |
| 1987 | HOU | 2B | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | HOU | SS | 18 | 16 | 13 | 39 | 2 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 25 |
| Third Base | 247 |
| Shortstop | 591 |
| Designated Hitter | 4 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | HOU | NL | $62,500 |
| 1987 | NYA | AL | $657,500 |
| 1986 | NYA | AL | $557,500 |
| 1985 | NYA | AL | $477,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,755,000 | ||