Ron Davis
Born: 10/21/1941 in Roanoke Rapids, NC, USA
Died: 9/5/1992 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1962-08-01 | Final Game: 1969-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Ronald Everette Davis
Biography
Ron Davis was a professional baseball player born in 1941, whose career spanned from 1962 until his retirement on September 25, 1969. Primarily known as a position player, Davis appeared in 295 games over his seven-season career. He recorded a total of 199 hits, achieving a batting average of .233, which reflected the competitive nature of Major League Baseball during the 1960s. This era was characterized by a blend of emerging talents and established stars, as well as a shift towards more power-centric play.
Throughout his career, Davis showcased his versatility on the field, contributing offensively with 10 home runs and 79 RBIs. He also demonstrated his speed on the basepaths with 9 stolen bases, indicating an ability to impact the game in various ways. Although not regarded as a superstar, Davis played a significant role as a reliable contributor to his teams during a transformative period in baseball history, helping to pave the way for future generations of players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 295 | 853 | 96 | 199 | 44 | 6 | 10 | 79 | 9 | 56 | 160 | 0.233 | 0.287 | 0.334 | 0.622 | -826.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | HOU | NL | 6 | 14 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | HOU | NL | 48 | 194 | 21 | 48 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 19 | 2 | 13 | 26 | 0.247 | -150.9 |
| 1967 | HOU | NL | 94 | 285 | 31 | 73 | 19 | 1 | 7 | 38 | 5 | 17 | 48 | 0.256 | 250.0 |
| 1968 | HOU | NL | 52 | 217 | 22 | 46 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 13 | 48 | 0.212 | -476.5 |
| 1968 | STL | NL | 33 | 79 | 11 | 14 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 0.177 | -476.5 |
| 1969 | PIT | NL | 62 | 64 | 10 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 0.234 | -142.7 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | WS | SLN | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 261 | 205 | 423 | 24 | 12 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | HOU | OF | 5 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | HOU | OF | 48 | 47 | 98 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| 1967 | HOU | OF | 80 | 70 | 114 | 7 | 3 | 2 |
| 1968 | HOU | OF | 52 | 52 | 131 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| 1968 | SLN | OF | 25 | 22 | 44 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1969 | PIT | OF | 51 | 10 | 27 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 88 |
| Center Field | 136 |
| Right Field | 44 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University | Durham | NC | 1961 |