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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | PHA | AL | 9 | 38 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.237 | 0.0 |
| 1943 | CHW | AL | 53 | 148 | 9 | 32 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 4 | 16 | 11 | 0.216 | -365.1 |
| 1944 | BSN | NL | 8 | 28 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 1945 | BSN | NL | 136 | 527 | 87 | 138 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 30 | 7 | 50 | 35 | 0.262 | -704.3 |
| 1946 | BSN | NL | 134 | 482 | 70 | 123 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 33 | 7 | 62 | 18 | 0.255 | -434.6 |
| 1947 | BSN | NL | 77 | 214 | 20 | 53 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 19 | 15 | 0.248 | -650.4 |
| 1948 | CHC | NL | 48 | 89 | 4 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 0.169 | -533.8 |
| 1949 | NY1 | NL | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | PHA | 2B | 7 | 0 | 20 | 15 | 2 | 4 |
| 1936 | PHA | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1943 | CHA | 2B | 19 | 0 | 36 | 71 | 4 | 16 |
| 1943 | CHA | 3B | 26 | 0 | 31 | 45 | 4 | 8 |
| 1943 | CHA | SS | 3 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1944 | BSN | SS | 8 | 0 | 14 | 33 | 5 | 6 |
| 1945 | BSN | 3B | 6 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 3 | 1 |
| 1945 | BSN | SS | 126 | 0 | 252 | 386 | 31 | 71 |
| 1946 | BSN | SS | 132 | 0 | 279 | 380 | 36 | 68 |
| 1947 | BSN | SS | 77 | 0 | 106 | 212 | 11 | 31 |
| 1948 | CHN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1948 | CHN | SS | 43 | 0 | 65 | 114 | 6 | 18 |
| 1949 | NY1 | SS | 7 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
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 |