Dave Duncan, baseball player, 109 home runs, 1964-1976

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 885
First Base 3
Designated Hitter 10