Danny Cater, baseball player, 1964-1975

Danny Cater

Born: 2/25/1940 in Austin, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1964-04-14 | Final Game: 1975-06-11

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Danny Anderson Cater

Biography

Danny Cater was a professional baseball player born in 1940, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1964 until his retirement in 1975. Playing primarily as a position player, Cater participated in 1,289 games over the course of his career. He recorded a total of 1,229 hits, showcasing his ability to consistently reach base, and finished with a batting average of .276. His offensive contributions also included 66 home runs and 519 runs batted in (RBIs), helping to solidify his status as a reliable hitter during a competitive era in baseball. Cater was known for his versatility on the field, playing multiple positions and demonstrating a keen understanding of the game. His speed was an asset, as he successfully stole 26 bases throughout his career. Cater's playing style was characterized by a combination of solid hitting and base running, which made him a valuable player for the teams he represented. Over his 11-year career, he played for several teams, including the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox, leaving a legacy as a consistent performer during a transformative period in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1289 4451 491 1229 191 29 66 519 26 254 406 0.276 0.316 0.377 0.693 905.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 731 615 5567 458 39 534
2B 5 2 9 10 0 1
3B 225 206 171 392 40 35
OF 308 267 428 15 9 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 733
Second Base 5
Third Base 227
Left Field 291
Center Field 3
Right Field 15
Designated Hitter 17

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1968 Most Valuable Player AL 19th 5.0 280 0