Dick Culler, baseball player, 1936-1949

Dick Culler

Born: 1/15/1915 in High Point, NC, USA

Died: 6/16/1964 in Chapel Hill, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1936-09-19 | Final Game: 1949-05-25

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 155 lbs

Full name: Richard Broadus Culler

Biography

Dick Culler was an American professional baseball player born in 1915, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1936 until 1949. Over the course of his career, he participated in 472 games, recording a total of 372 hits. Despite not being known for his power, Culler contributed to his teams with 2 home runs and 99 RBIs, achieving a batting average of .244. His ability to steal bases was an asset, as he successfully swiped 19 bags during his time in the league. Culler’s career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, bridging the gap between the pre-war and post-war eras. His playing style was characterized by a focus on contact hitting and speed on the bases, allowing him to make a notable impact despite limited power numbers. Though he did not achieve the fame of some of his contemporaries, Culler's consistent presence on the field made him a reliable player for the teams he represented, contributing to the rich tapestry of baseball history. He retired from the game on May 25, 1949, leaving behind a legacy as a steady performer in a league that was rapidly evolving.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
472 1527 195 372 39 6 2 99 19 166 87 0.244 0.320 0.281 0.601 -2688.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 28 0 59 87 6 20
3B 32 0 40 59 7 9
SS 398 0 723 1139 90 196

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 28
Third Base 32
Shortstop 392

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
High Point University High Point NC 1934, 1935, 1936