Pat Dodson
Born: 10/11/1959 in Santa Monica, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-09-05 | Final Game: 1988-06-22
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Patrick Neal Dodson
Biography
Pat Dodson, born in 1959, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1986 to 1988. During his brief career, Dodson appeared in 52 games, showcasing his abilities primarily as a utility player. He recorded a total of 20 hits, including four home runs, and drove in 10 runs, culminating in a batting average of .202. Notably, Dodson did not steal any bases throughout his time in the league.
Dodson's career coincided with a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the transition away from the traditional styles of play that dominated earlier decades. While his time on the field was limited, his participation in the game during the late 1980s contributed to the era's evolving dynamics, marked by an increased emphasis on power hitting. Although he may not have had a long-lasting impact on the sport, Dodson's journey reflects the experiences of many players who sought to make their mark in the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52 | 99 | 12 | 20 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 17 | 33 | 0.202 | 0.314 | 0.424 | 0.738 | -168.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | BOS | AL | 9 | 12 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.417 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | BOS | AL | 26 | 42 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 13 | 0.167 | -93.7 |
| 1988 | BOS | AL | 17 | 45 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 17 | 0.178 | -74.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 45 | 24 | 211 | 17 | 0 | 25 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | BOS | 1B | 7 | 2 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 1987 | BOS | 1B | 21 | 10 | 99 | 4 | 0 | 12 |
| 1988 | BOS | 1B | 17 | 12 | 87 | 12 | 0 | 7 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 45 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Los Angeles | Los Angeles | CA | 1979, 1980 |