David Doster
Born: 10/8/1970 in Fort Wayne, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-06-16 | Final Game: 1999-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: David Eric Doster
Biography
David Doster was a professional baseball player born in 1970, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1996 to 1999. Known primarily as a position player, Doster played in a total of 138 games throughout his career. He was part of a transitional era in baseball that bridged the late 1990s, a time characterized by an increase in offensive output and the burgeoning popularity of power hitters.
During his career, Doster recorded 47 hits, 4 home runs, and 18 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .233. He also showcased his speed on the bases, contributing 1 stolen base to his overall statistics. While Doster may not have been a marquee player, his contributions to his teams were significant during his tenure, and he exemplified the role of a versatile utility player during a time when the game was evolving rapidly. After his retirement on October 3, 1999, Doster left behind a legacy as a dedicated player who navigated the challenges of professional baseball during an exciting period in its history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 138 | 202 | 23 | 47 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 18 | 1 | 19 | 44 | 0.233 | 0.297 | 0.342 | 0.639 | -682.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PHI | NL | 39 | 105 | 14 | 28 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 21 | 0.267 | -209.7 |
| 1999 | PHI | NL | 99 | 97 | 9 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 12 | 23 | 0.196 | -472.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 101 | 28 | 121 | 128 | 4 | 33 |
| 3B | 7 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| SS | 5 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PHI | 2B | 24 | 21 | 52 | 56 | 3 | 12 |
| 1996 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | PHI | 2B | 77 | 7 | 69 | 72 | 1 | 21 |
| 1999 | PHI | 3B | 6 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 | PHI | SS | 5 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 101 |
| Third Base | 7 |
| Shortstop | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | PHI | NL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $200,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana State University | Terre Haute | IN | 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |