Jack Dittmer, baseball player, 1952-1957

Jack Dittmer

Born: 1/10/1928 in Elkader, IA, USA

Died: 5/31/2014 in Strawberry Point, IA, USA

MLB Debut: 1952-06-17 | Final Game: 1957-06-23

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: John Douglas Dittmer

Biography

Jack Dittmer, born in 1928, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1952 to 1957. Over the course of his career, Dittmer appeared in 395 games, accumulating a total of 283 hits. He demonstrated power at the plate with 24 home runs and contributed significantly to his teams with 136 RBIs. His batting average stood at .232, reflecting the competitive nature of the era in which he played, a time marked by a transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach in baseball. Dittmer’s career spanned six seasons, during which he showcased his versatility and grit on the field. Although he did not achieve superstar status, his contributions were vital to the teams he played for, and his lasting impact is remembered by fans and historians alike. With two stolen bases to his name, Dittmer also displayed a level of speed that complemented his offensive skills. His journey through the league serves as a testament to the numerous players who shaped the early years of modern baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
395 1218 117 283 43 4 24 136 2 77 102 0.232 0.280 0.333 0.614 -3487.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 354 91 746 872 43 210
3B 3 2 3 3 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 353
Third Base 3

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Iowa Iowa City IA 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950