Dave Campbell
Born: 9/3/1951 in Princeton, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-05-06 | Final Game: 1978-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: David Alan Campbell
Biography
Dave Campbell was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1977 to 1978. Born in 1951, Campbell made his mark during a transitional period in the game, navigating the shift from the deadball era to a more offensive-focused style. Throughout his brief career, he showcased a strong competitive spirit and a reliable presence on the mound.
Campbell finished his career with a record of 4-10 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.82, reflecting his ability to keep opposing hitters at bay. He recorded 87 strikeouts over his career and earned 14 saves, highlighting his versatility and effectiveness in high-pressure situations. Although his time in the majors was short-lived, Campbell contributed to the teams he played for with a skill set that demonstrated the evolving role of pitchers during the late 1970s. His journey through the league is remembered by those who appreciate the nuances of pitching during this dynamic era of baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 10 | 118 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 158.0 | 145 | 67 | 17 | 82 | 87 | 3.82 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | ATL | NL | 0 | 6 | 65 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 88.7 | 78 | 30 | 33 | 42 | 3.05 | -82.4 |
| 1978 | ATL | NL | 4 | 4 | 53 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 69.3 | 67 | 37 | 49 | 45 | 4.80 | -3184.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 118 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.083 | 0.083 | 0.083 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | ATL | NL | 65 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | ATL | NL | 53 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 118 | 0 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | ATL | P | 65 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1978 | ATL | P | 53 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 118 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State University | Johnson City | TN | 1971, 1972, 1973 |