Don Collins
Born: 9/15/1952 in Lyons, GA, USA
Died: 5/22/2022 in Sharpsburg, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-05-04 | Final Game: 1980-07-04
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Donald Edward Collins
Biography
Don Collins was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1977 to July 4, 1980. Born in 1952, Collins played in an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. Over his brief career, he compiled a record of 3 wins and 9 losses, with a 5.28 earned run average. While his strikeouts totaled 27 and he recorded 2 saves, his time in the major leagues was characterized by a competitive spirit and a dedication to the mound.
Despite the challenges of pitching during a transitional phase in baseball history, Collins contributed to his teams with a blend of grit and perseverance. His performance represented the hard work and relentless pursuit of success that defined many players of his time, even if his statistical accomplishments did not fully reflect his contributions. Collins' career, though short-lived, remains a part of the tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the varied paths and experiences of those who have played the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 9 | 44 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 76.7 | 91 | 45 | 8 | 48 | 27 | 5.28 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | ATL | NL | 3 | 9 | 40 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 70.7 | 82 | 40 | 41 | 27 | 5.09 | -2204.8 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 7.50 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | ATL | NL | 40 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 44 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | ATL | P | 40 | 6 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CLE | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 44 |