Butch Davis
Born: 6/19/1958 in Williamston, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1983-08-23 | Final Game: 1994-07-31
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Wallace McArthur Davis
Biography
Butch Davis, born in 1958, was a professional baseball player who made his mark as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1983 until his retirement in 1994. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 166 games, compiling a total of 110 hits and achieving a batting average of .243. Known for his versatility and speed on the basepaths, Davis contributed 13 stolen bases and drove in 50 runs, while also hitting 7 home runs. His career spanned a period characterized by evolving offensive strategies and a growing emphasis on power hitting, yet Davis remained a reliable presence for the teams he played for.
Davis's playing style was marked by his ability to contribute in various facets of the game, often utilizing his speed to create opportunities for his team. He navigated the challenges of the early 1990s, an era that saw a significant shift in player dynamics and the increasing importance of analytics in evaluating performance. Although his career numbers may not reflect the overwhelming power seen in later generations, Davis's contributions as a consistent player left a lasting impression on the teams he represented. His journey through the majors serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication required to succeed in the competitive landscape of professional baseball.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 540.0 | 508.0 | 92.0 | 175.0 | 25.0 | 18.0 | 5.0 | 73.0 | 24.0 | 1.0 | 33.0 | 0.344 | 0.380 | 0.494 | 0.874 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 324.0 | 306.0 | 58.0 | 103.0 | 17.0 | 13.0 | 3.0 | 48.0 | 13.0 | 0 | 25.0 | 0.337 | 0.372 | 0.507 | 0.879 |
| 1949 | 216.0 | 202.0 | 34.0 | 72.0 | 8.0 | 5.0 | 2.0 | 25.0 | 11.0 | 1.0 | 8.0 | 0.356 | 0.393 | 0.475 | 0.868 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 166 | 453 | 56 | 110 | 21 | 10 | 7 | 50 | 13 | 20 | 83 | 0.243 | 0.274 | 0.380 | 0.654 | -672.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | KCR | AL | 33 | 122 | 13 | 42 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 4 | 19 | 0.344 | 363.4 |
| 1984 | KCR | AL | 41 | 116 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 10 | 19 | 0.147 | -774.1 |
| 1987 | PIT | NL | 7 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | BAL | AL | 13 | 25 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0.240 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | BAL | AL | 5 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | LAD | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | TEX | AL | 62 | 159 | 24 | 39 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 20 | 3 | 5 | 28 | 0.245 | -262.2 |
| 1994 | TEX | AL | 4 | 17 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 130 | 111 | 274 | 7 | 9 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | KCA | OF | 33 | 33 | 83 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1984 | KCA | OF | 35 | 30 | 69 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 1987 | PIT | OF | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | BAL | OF | 10 | 7 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1989 | BAL | OF | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | TEX | OF | 44 | 35 | 94 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| 1994 | TEX | OF | 4 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 95 |
| Center Field | 11 |
| Right Field | 31 |
| Designated Hitter | 15 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | TEX | AL | $130,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $130,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Carolina University | Greenville | NC | 1978, 1979, 1980 |