Dave Campbell
Born: 1/14/1942 in Manistee, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-09-17 | Final Game: 1974-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: David Wilson Campbell
Biography
Dave Campbell was a versatile position player who graced Major League Baseball from 1967 to 1974. Born in 1942, Campbell played a total of 428 games during his career, showcasing his skills primarily as an infielder and outfielder. His offensive contributions included 267 hits, 20 home runs, and 89 runs batted in, with a career batting average of .213. In addition to his power, Campbell demonstrated speed on the bases, accumulating 29 stolen bases throughout his time in the league.
Campbell's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the evolution of player roles and strategies. Though he may not have been a marquee player, his ability to adapt to various positions made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the San Diego Padres and the Houston Astros. His contributions to the game were appreciated by teammates and fans alike, as Campbell navigated the challenges of the era, characterized by dynamic pitching and shifting offensive philosophies.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 428 | 1252 | 128 | 267 | 54 | 4 | 20 | 89 | 29 | 102 | 254 | 0.213 | 0.272 | 0.311 | 0.583 | -2924.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | DET | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1968 | DET | AL | 9 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | DET | AL | 32 | 39 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 0.103 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | SDP | NL | 154 | 581 | 71 | 127 | 28 | 2 | 12 | 40 | 18 | 40 | 115 | 0.219 | -1928.8 |
| 1971 | SDP | NL | 108 | 365 | 38 | 83 | 14 | 2 | 7 | 29 | 9 | 37 | 75 | 0.227 | -463.1 |
| 1972 | SDP | NL | 33 | 100 | 6 | 24 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 11 | 12 | 0.240 | -113.1 |
| 1973 | HOU | NL | 9 | 15 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | SDP | NL | 33 | 98 | 2 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 0.224 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | STL | NL | 13 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | HOU | NL | 35 | 23 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0.087 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 27 | 3 | 59 | 3 | 2 | 8 |
| 2B | 275 | 246 | 595 | 758 | 40 | 163 |
| 3B | 81 | 67 | 57 | 142 | 8 | 11 |
| OF | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 4 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | DET | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1968 | DET | 2B | 5 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1969 | DET | 1B | 13 | 1 | 28 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 1969 | DET | 2B | 5 | 3 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 1969 | DET | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | SDN | 2B | 153 | 144 | 359 | 455 | 22 | 96 |
| 1971 | SDN | 1B | 2 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 1971 | SDN | 2B | 69 | 68 | 136 | 200 | 11 | 42 |
| 1971 | SDN | 3B | 40 | 31 | 33 | 54 | 6 | 6 |
| 1971 | SDN | SS | 4 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1971 | SDN | OF | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | SDN | 2B | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | SDN | 3B | 31 | 30 | 21 | 64 | 1 | 3 |
| 1973 | HOU | 1B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1973 | HOU | 3B | 5 | 3 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 1973 | HOU | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | SDN | 1B | 3 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | SDN | 2B | 27 | 24 | 68 | 73 | 3 | 18 |
| 1973 | SDN | 3B | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1973 | SLN | 2B | 6 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1974 | HOU | 1B | 6 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1974 | HOU | 2B | 9 | 2 | 8 | 9 | 2 | 4 |
| 1974 | HOU | 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | HOU | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 27 |
| Second Base | 275 |
| Third Base | 82 |
| Shortstop | 4 |
| Left Field | 4 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor | MI | 1962, 1963, 1964 |