Dave Duncan
Born: 9/26/1945 in Dallas, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1964-05-06 | Final Game: 1976-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: David Edwin Duncan
Biography
Dave Duncan, born in 1945, enjoyed a professional baseball career that spanned from 1964 to 1976. Primarily recognized as a position player, Duncan played in a total of 929 games throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. He recorded 617 hits and hit 109 home runs, contributing 341 RBIs to his teams. Despite a batting average of .214, Duncan was known for his powerful hitting and ability to produce runs in critical moments, which earned him a spot on the All-Star team during his career.
Duncan's playing style reflected the transition of baseball during the 1960s and 1970s, an era characterized by a shift towards more power-hitting players. He was known for his resilience on the field and his ability to perform under pressure. As a member of various teams, Duncan left an indelible mark on the game, demonstrating the significant role of utility players in a roster. After retiring, he remained involved in baseball, contributing his knowledge and experience to future generations of players, further solidifying his legacy within the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 929 | 2885 | 274 | 617 | 79 | 4 | 109 | 341 | 5 | 252 | 677 | 0.214 | 0.279 | 0.357 | 0.636 | -3964.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | KC1 | AL | 25 | 53 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 0.170 | -287.8 |
| 1967 | KC1 | AL | 34 | 101 | 9 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 0.188 | -204.3 |
| 1968 | OAK | AL | 82 | 246 | 15 | 47 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 28 | 1 | 25 | 68 | 0.191 | -482.0 |
| 1969 | OAK | AL | 58 | 127 | 11 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 22 | 0 | 19 | 41 | 0.126 | -731.9 |
| 1970 | OAK | AL | 86 | 232 | 21 | 60 | 7 | 0 | 10 | 29 | 0 | 22 | 38 | 0.259 | 137.6 |
| 1971 | OAK | AL | 103 | 363 | 39 | 92 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 40 | 1 | 28 | 77 | 0.253 | 338.2 |
| 1972 | OAK | AL | 121 | 403 | 39 | 88 | 13 | 0 | 19 | 59 | 0 | 34 | 68 | 0.218 | 14.5 |
| 1973 | CLE | AL | 95 | 344 | 43 | 80 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 43 | 3 | 35 | 86 | 0.233 | 194.1 |
| 1974 | CLE | AL | 136 | 425 | 45 | 85 | 10 | 1 | 16 | 46 | 0 | 42 | 91 | 0.200 | -967.9 |
| 1975 | BAL | AL | 96 | 307 | 30 | 63 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 41 | 0 | 16 | 82 | 0.205 | -985.9 |
| 1976 | BAL | AL | 93 | 284 | 20 | 58 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 0 | 25 | 56 | 0.204 | -989.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 13 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0.308 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | ALCS | OAK | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1972 | WS | OAK | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.200 |
| 1971 | ALCS | OAK | 2 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| C | 885 | 810 | 4528 | 352 | 79 | 64 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | KC1 | C | 22 | 12 | 99 | 7 | 2 | 6 |
| 1967 | KC1 | C | 32 | 27 | 176 | 13 | 4 | 2 |
| 1968 | OAK | C | 79 | 73 | 474 | 41 | 7 | 5 |
| 1969 | OAK | C | 56 | 40 | 209 | 15 | 4 | 1 |
| 1970 | OAK | C | 73 | 64 | 373 | 28 | 9 | 9 |
| 1971 | OAK | C | 102 | 102 | 678 | 41 | 12 | 3 |
| 1972 | OAK | C | 113 | 109 | 661 | 43 | 5 | 9 |
| 1973 | CLE | C | 86 | 84 | 533 | 41 | 7 | 8 |
| 1974 | CLE | C | 134 | 128 | 557 | 47 | 15 | 7 |
| 1974 | CLE | 1B | 3 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 1975 | BAL | C | 95 | 86 | 397 | 41 | 8 | 5 |
| 1976 | BAL | C | 93 | 85 | 371 | 35 | 6 | 9 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 885 |
| First Base | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 10 |