Dan Butler

Born: 10/17/1986 in Phoenix, AZ, USA

MLB Debut: 2014-08-10 | Final Game: 2018-08-11

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Daniel John Butler

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Biography

Dan Butler was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during his career from 2014 to 2018. Born in 1986, Butler made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball, participating in a total of 9 games. His time in the league was characterized by a modest batting average of .200, during which he recorded 5 hits and drove in 3 runs. While he did not hit any home runs or steal any bases, Butler's contributions were part of a larger team dynamic that showcased the depth and resilience often found in baseball rosters. Butler's career unfolded during a period of transition in Major League Baseball, as teams increasingly focused on data-driven strategies and analytics. Despite his limited playing time, he exemplified the role of a utility player, providing teams with valuable depth. Though he may not have left a lasting statistical legacy, Butler's journey through professional baseball reflects the challenges and opportunities faced by many players striving to make their mark in the sport. After his retirement, he remained a part of the baseball community, serving as an inspiration for aspiring athletes looking to achieve their dreams in the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
9	25	1	5	3	0	0	3	0	1	7	0.200	0.222	0.320	0.542	0.0

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .250 across their career seasons — 19.9% below league average.

Career OBP .222 vs. league average .316 across their career seasons — 29.7% below league average.

Career SLG .320 vs. league average .398 across their career seasons — 19.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.542 vs. league average 0.714 across their career seasons — 24.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
2014	BOS	AL	7	19	1	4	3	0	0	2	0	1	5	0.211	—	—	—	—	0.0
2018	BOS	AL	2	6	0	1	0	0	0	1	0	0	2	0.167	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	9	7	48	3	1	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2014	BOS	C	7	5	41	2	1	0
2018	BOS	C	2	2	7	1	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	9