Dick Burwell
Born: 1/23/1940 in Alton, IL, USA
Died: 5/1/2023 in Phoenix, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1960-09-13 | Final Game: 1961-09-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Richard Matthew Burwell
Biography
Dick Burwell was a professional baseball player born in 1940, whose career spanned from 1960 to 1961. A position player, Burwell made a brief but noteworthy appearance in Major League Baseball, participating in a total of 5 games. He played during a time when the sport was evolving, transitioning from the classic styles of the earlier decades to a more modern approach. His playing days were marked by a competitive spirit, even though his statistics reflected a limited impact on the field.
In his career, Burwell recorded 1 hit in 4 official at-bats, resulting in a batting average of .25. He did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, and he did not attempt any stolen bases. Despite the modest numbers, Burwell's time in the major leagues places him among a select group of players who have reached the pinnacle of the sport, showcasing the dedication and hard work required to compete at such a high level. His journey through baseball serves as a reminder of the many athletes who have contributed to the game's rich history, even if their time in the spotlight was brief.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.7 | 17 | 10 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 6.59 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | CHC | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 11 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 5.59 | - |
| 1961 | CHC | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 9.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | CHC | NL | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1961 | CHC | NL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | CHN | P | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1961 | CHN | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Bloomington | IL | 1959 |