Ona Dodd
Born: 10/14/1886 in Springtown, TX, USA
Died: 12/17/1956 in Carter, OK, USA
MLB Debut: 1912-07-26 | Final Game: 1912-08-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Ona Melvin Dodd
Biography
Ona Dodd was a professional baseball player born in 1886, whose brief career in Major League Baseball spanned from July 26 to August 14, 1912. Primarily recognized as a position player, Dodd played in just five games during his time in the league. Despite his limited appearances, he managed to contribute one run batted in (RBI). His batting statistics, however, reflected the challenges many players faced during the early 20th century, as he concluded his tenure with a batting average of 0.0 and did not record any hits or home runs.
Dodd's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by a growing emphasis on player specialization and the evolving strategies of the game. Although he did not achieve significant individual success, his stint in the majors serves as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if their time in the spotlight was fleeting. Dodd's experience reflects the competitive nature of the sport during the early 1910s, a time when only the most skilled and adaptable players thrived.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.100 | 0.000 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | PIT | NL | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | PIT | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1912 | PIT | 3B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 4 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Christian University | Fort Worth | TX | 1909, 1910, 1911 |