Boots Day
Born: 8/31/1947 in Ilion, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-06-15 | Final Game: 1974-09-24
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Charles Frederick Day
Biography
Boots Day, born in 1947, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 1969 and 1974. Primarily serving as a position player, Day played a total of 471 games during his career. He recorded 295 hits, demonstrating a steady presence at the plate with a batting average of .256. Known for his versatility and tenacity, Day contributed 8 home runs and 98 RBIs, while also showcasing his speed with 15 stolen bases.
Day's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the rise of power hitting and the increasing importance of athleticism. Although he was not a star player, his consistent performance and ability to contribute in various ways made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. Boots Day's legacy in the game reflects the dedication and hard work of many players from the late 1960s to early 1970s, a time when baseball was evolving both on and off the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 471 | 1151 | 146 | 295 | 28 | 6 | 8 | 98 | 15 | 95 | 141 | 0.256 | 0.314 | 0.312 | 0.626 | -1448.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | STL | NL | 11 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | CHC | NL | 11 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | WSN | NL | 41 | 108 | 14 | 29 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 18 | 0.269 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | WSN | NL | 127 | 371 | 53 | 105 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 33 | 9 | 33 | 39 | 0.283 | 207.3 |
| 1972 | WSN | NL | 128 | 386 | 32 | 90 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 30 | 3 | 29 | 44 | 0.233 | -1061.5 |
| 1973 | WSN | NL | 101 | 207 | 36 | 57 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 28 | 0 | 21 | 28 | 0.275 | 75.5 |
| 1974 | WSN | NL | 52 | 65 | 8 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 0.185 | -423.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 347 | 270 | 672 | 21 | 12 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | SLN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | CHN | OF | 7 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1970 | MON | OF | 35 | 24 | 75 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1971 | MON | OF | 120 | 92 | 262 | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| 1972 | MON | OF | 117 | 101 | 225 | 7 | 5 | 3 |
| 1973 | MON | OF | 51 | 41 | 86 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | MON | OF | 16 | 10 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 33 |
| Center Field | 303 |
| Right Field | 23 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohawk Valley Community College | Utica | NY | 1965, 1966 |