Don Castle
Born: 2/1/1950 in Kokomo, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-09-11 | Final Game: 1973-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Donald Hardy Castle
Biography
Don Castle was a professional baseball player born in 1950, who played in Major League Baseball for a brief stint in the 1973 season. A position player, Castle made his mark in the league over the course of just four games, showcasing his skills primarily as a hitter. He finished his MLB career with an impressive batting average of .308, accumulating four hits and driving in two runs, although he did not record any home runs or stolen bases during his time in the majors.
Castle's career, while short, occurred during a transformative period in baseball history, as the game was beginning to embrace a more dynamic and offensive style of play. Despite the limited opportunities at the highest level, Castle's performance demonstrated his potential and the competitive nature of the sport during the early 1970s. His contributions to the teams he played for, albeit in a brief appearance, remain a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 13 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.308 | 0.357 | 0.385 | 0.742 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | TEX | AL | 4 | 13 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Designated Hitter | 3 |