Dave Clark, baseball player, 1986-1998

Dave Clark

Born: 9/3/1962 in Tupelo, MS, USA

MLB Debut: 1986-09-03 | Final Game: 1998-09-27

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: David Earl Clark

Biography

Dave Clark was a professional baseball player born in 1962, who had a career that spanned from 1986 to 1998. Known for his versatility as a position player, Clark played in a total of 905 games across his tenure in Major League Baseball. He showcased his offensive skills with a batting average of .264, amassing 518 hits, 62 home runs, and driving in 284 RBIs. His speed on the bases was also evident, as he recorded 19 stolen bases throughout his career, contributing to his reputation as a well-rounded athlete in the league. Clark played during a dynamic era in baseball, marked by a mix of emerging talent and evolving playing styles. He was noted for his ability to adapt to various roles on the field, making him a valuable asset to the teams he represented. His contributions were significant in the context of the late 1980s and 1990s, a time when baseball was experiencing a resurgence in popularity, and players were becoming increasingly influential in the commercial landscape of the sport. Clark's career, while perhaps not as heralded as some of his contemporaries, reflected the dedication and resilience that characterized many players of his generation.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
905 1964 248 518 81 8 62 284 19 222 451 0.264 0.338 0.408 0.745 796.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
4 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1998 NLDS2 HOU 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 .000
1996 NLDS1 LAN 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 433 351 661 18 22 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 215
Right Field 228
Designated Hitter 109

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1998 HOU NL $700,000
1997 CHN NL $450,000
1996 PIT NL $800,000
1995 PIT NL $647,233
1994 PIT NL $380,000
1993 PIT NL $180,000
1990 CHN NL $195,000
1989 CLE AL $97,500
1988 CLE AL $72,000
Total Career Earnings $3,521,733

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Jackson State University Jackson MS 1981, 1982, 1983