Dick Burwell, baseball player, 1960-1961

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

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 5

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington IL 1959