Dave Cash
Born: 6/11/1948 in Utica, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-09-13 | Final Game: 1980-10-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: David Cash
Biography
Dave Cash, born in 1948, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball whose career spanned from 1969 to 1980. Known for his exceptional batting skills and versatility on the field, Cash played in 1,422 games and accumulated 1,571 hits, achieving a commendable batting average of .283. He was particularly recognized for his ability to get on base and contribute to his team's offensive efforts, as evidenced by his 426 RBIs and 21 home runs over his career. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases, recording 120 stolen bases, which added a dynamic element to his playing style.
Cash was selected as an All-Star three times, highlighting his status as one of the league's top players during his era. He played during a transformative period in baseball, where the game was evolving with an increased focus on speed and athleticism. His contributions were significant to the teams he played for, including the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Philadelphia Phillies, where he helped shape competitive lineups. Dave Cash's legacy remains as a skilled infielder and a reliable hitter who left an indelible mark on the game in the 1970s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1422 | 5554 | 732 | 1571 | 243 | 56 | 21 | 426 | 120 | 424 | 309 | 0.283 | 0.334 | 0.358 | 0.692 | -1121.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | PIT | NL | 18 | 61 | 8 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 0.279 | 82.9 |
| 1970 | PIT | NL | 64 | 210 | 30 | 66 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 28 | 5 | 17 | 25 | 0.314 | 354.6 |
| 1971 | PIT | NL | 123 | 478 | 79 | 138 | 17 | 4 | 2 | 34 | 13 | 46 | 33 | 0.289 | 348.6 |
| 1972 | PIT | NL | 99 | 425 | 58 | 120 | 22 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 9 | 22 | 31 | 0.282 | 176.5 |
| 1973 | PIT | NL | 116 | 436 | 59 | 118 | 21 | 2 | 2 | 31 | 2 | 38 | 36 | 0.271 | -377.6 |
| 1974 | PHI | NL | 162 | 687 | 89 | 206 | 26 | 11 | 2 | 58 | 20 | 46 | 33 | 0.300 | 716.1 |
| 1975 | PHI | NL | 162 | 699 | 111 | 213 | 40 | 3 | 4 | 57 | 13 | 56 | 34 | 0.305 | 858.4 |
| 1976 | PHI | NL | 160 | 666 | 92 | 189 | 14 | 12 | 1 | 56 | 10 | 54 | 13 | 0.284 | 73.1 |
| 1977 | WSN | NL | 153 | 650 | 91 | 188 | 42 | 7 | 0 | 43 | 21 | 52 | 33 | 0.289 | -161.7 |
| 1978 | WSN | NL | 159 | 658 | 66 | 166 | 26 | 3 | 3 | 43 | 12 | 37 | 29 | 0.252 | -1865.2 |
| 1979 | WSN | NL | 76 | 187 | 24 | 60 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 19 | 7 | 12 | 12 | 0.321 | 235.9 |
| 1980 | SDP | NL | 130 | 397 | 25 | 90 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 23 | 6 | 35 | 21 | 0.227 | -1563.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 89 | 9 | 21 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 0.236 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | NLCS | PHI | 3 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.308 |
| 1972 | NLCS | PIT | 5 | 19 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.211 |
| 1971 | NLCS | PIT | 4 | 19 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.421 |
| 1971 | WS | PIT | 7 | 30 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0.133 |
| 1970 | NLCS | PIT | 2 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.125 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1330 | 1277 | 3185 | 3841 | 117 | 901 |
| 3B | 41 | 38 | 42 | 64 | 3 | 5 |
| SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | PIT | 2B | 17 | 17 | 37 | 60 | 1 | 9 |
| 1970 | PIT | 2B | 55 | 53 | 147 | 156 | 8 | 46 |
| 1971 | PIT | 2B | 105 | 92 | 228 | 304 | 7 | 80 |
| 1971 | PIT | 3B | 24 | 22 | 25 | 29 | 2 | 2 |
| 1971 | PIT | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1972 | PIT | 2B | 97 | 95 | 260 | 342 | 5 | 81 |
| 1973 | PIT | 2B | 92 | 85 | 227 | 276 | 11 | 46 |
| 1973 | PIT | 3B | 17 | 16 | 17 | 35 | 1 | 3 |
| 1974 | PHI | 2B | 162 | 162 | 396 | 519 | 22 | 141 |
| 1975 | PHI | 2B | 162 | 162 | 400 | 481 | 17 | 126 |
| 1976 | PHI | 2B | 158 | 157 | 407 | 424 | 10 | 118 |
| 1977 | MON | 2B | 153 | 153 | 343 | 443 | 11 | 73 |
| 1978 | MON | 2B | 159 | 159 | 362 | 400 | 11 | 91 |
| 1979 | MON | 2B | 47 | 35 | 88 | 110 | 6 | 18 |
| 1980 | SDN | 2B | 123 | 107 | 290 | 326 | 8 | 72 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1330 |
| Third Base | 41 |
| Shortstop | 3 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Player of the Week | Week of 1976-06-18 |
| 1975 | Player of the Week | Week of 1975-05-02 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 16th | 15.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1975 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 13th | 26.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1974 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 14th | 6.0 | 336 | 0 |