Pete Daley
Born: 1/14/1930 in Grass Valley, CA, USA
Died: 8/22/2024 in Marysville, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1955-05-03 | Final Game: 1961-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Peter Harvey Daley
Biography
Pete Daley was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1955 to 1961. Born in 1930, Daley played primarily as a position player, participating in a total of 391 games throughout his career. He recorded 259 hits, which included 18 home runs and 120 runs batted in, culminating in a batting average of .239. Known for his versatility on the field, Daley contributed to his teams not only with his bat but also with his ability to get on base and drive in runs.
Daley's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, following the integration of the sport and leading into the expansion of Major League franchises. While he may not have been a household name, his consistency and work ethic reflected the spirit of the game during the late 1950s. With a modest total of 2 stolen bases, he focused on solid contact hitting and situational play, embodying the qualities of a player who thrived in a competitive environment. Despite retiring after the 1961 season, Daley's contributions to the game remain a testament to the resilience and dedication found within the ranks of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 391 | 1084 | 93 | 259 | 49 | 8 | 18 | 120 | 2 | 87 | 187 | 0.239 | 0.297 | 0.349 | 0.646 | -2066.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | BOS | AL | 17 | 50 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.220 | -194.1 |
| 1956 | BOS | AL | 59 | 187 | 22 | 50 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 29 | 1 | 18 | 30 | 0.267 | 203.8 |
| 1957 | BOS | AL | 78 | 191 | 17 | 43 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 25 | 0 | 16 | 31 | 0.225 | -485.8 |
| 1958 | BOS | AL | 27 | 56 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 0.321 | 242.6 |
| 1959 | BOS | AL | 65 | 169 | 9 | 38 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 31 | 0.225 | -639.5 |
| 1960 | KC1 | AL | 73 | 228 | 19 | 60 | 10 | 2 | 5 | 25 | 0 | 16 | 41 | 0.263 | -82.1 |
| 1961 | WS2 | AL | 72 | 203 | 12 | 39 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 17 | 0 | 14 | 37 | 0.192 | -1111.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 366 | 277 | 1473 | 144 | 11 | 21 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | BOS | C | 14 | 10 | 75 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | BOS | C | 57 | 43 | 228 | 14 | 2 | 1 |
| 1957 | BOS | C | 77 | 49 | 289 | 20 | 0 | 5 |
| 1958 | BOS | C | 27 | 18 | 88 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| 1959 | BOS | C | 58 | 41 | 245 | 28 | 1 | 5 |
| 1960 | KC1 | C | 61 | 57 | 263 | 33 | 3 | 3 |
| 1960 | KC1 | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1961 | WS2 | C | 72 | 59 | 285 | 35 | 4 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 367 |
| Left Field | 1 |