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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | CLE | AL | 18 | 58 | 10 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 11 | 0.276 | 103.8 |
| 1987 | CLE | AL | 29 | 87 | 11 | 18 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 24 | 0.207 | -336.4 |
| 1988 | CLE | AL | 63 | 156 | 11 | 41 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 18 | 0 | 17 | 28 | 0.263 | 20.0 |
| 1989 | CLE | AL | 102 | 253 | 21 | 60 | 12 | 0 | 8 | 29 | 0 | 30 | 63 | 0.237 | 36.9 |
| 1990 | CHC | NL | 84 | 171 | 22 | 47 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 20 | 7 | 8 | 40 | 0.275 | -43.6 |
| 1991 | KCR | AL | 11 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | PIT | NL | 23 | 33 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 0.212 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 110 | 277 | 43 | 75 | 11 | 2 | 11 | 46 | 1 | 38 | 58 | 0.271 | 547.4 |
| 1994 | PIT | NL | 86 | 223 | 37 | 66 | 11 | 1 | 10 | 46 | 2 | 22 | 48 | 0.296 | 430.8 |
| 1995 | PIT | NL | 77 | 196 | 30 | 55 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 24 | 3 | 24 | 38 | 0.281 | -53.2 |
| 1996 | LAD | NL | 15 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | PIT | NL | 92 | 211 | 28 | 58 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 35 | 2 | 31 | 51 | 0.275 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | CHC | NL | 102 | 143 | 19 | 43 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 32 | 1 | 19 | 34 | 0.301 | 385.9 |
| 1998 | HOU | NL | 93 | 131 | 12 | 27 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 14 | 45 | 0.206 | -671.3 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | CLE | OF | 10 | 9 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | CLE | OF | 13 | 12 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | CLE | OF | 23 | 17 | 36 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | CLE | OF | 21 | 16 | 27 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | CHN | OF | 39 | 35 | 60 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | KCA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | PIT | OF | 8 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | PIT | OF | 91 | 75 | 132 | 3 | 6 | 1 |
| 1994 | PIT | OF | 57 | 54 | 107 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| 1995 | PIT | OF | 61 | 44 | 98 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1996 | LAN | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | PIT | OF | 61 | 45 | 80 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 | CHN | OF | 25 | 20 | 39 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 | HOU | OF | 22 | 16 | 22 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
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 |