Jerry Dybzinski
Born: 7/7/1955 in Cleveland, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-04-11 | Final Game: 1985-05-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Jerome Mathew Dybzinski
Biography
Jerry Dybzinski, born in 1955, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1980 until his retirement in 1985. Primarily known as a position player, Dybzinski played in 468 games throughout his career, showcasing his versatility on the field. He concluded his time in the majors with a batting average of .234, recording a total of 213 hits, 3 home runs, and 93 RBIs. Dybzinski also demonstrated speed on the bases, accumulating 32 stolen bases during his tenure, reflecting the style of play that was becoming increasingly important in the early 1980s.
Dybzinski's career spanned a transformative period in baseball, where the game began to emphasize speed and athleticism alongside traditional power hitting. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions as a gritty, reliable player added depth to the teams he played for. As a member of the league during the early years of the expansion era, Dybzinski’s presence on the field exemplified the competitive spirit of players striving to make their mark amidst the evolving landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 468 | 909 | 108 | 213 | 32 | 5 | 3 | 93 | 32 | 70 | 109 | 0.234 | 0.293 | 0.290 | 0.584 | -2918.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 114 | 248 | 32 | 57 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 4 | 13 | 35 | 0.230 | -982.3 |
| 1981 | CLE | AL | 48 | 57 | 10 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 0.298 | -21.6 |
| 1982 | CLE | AL | 80 | 212 | 19 | 49 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 22 | 3 | 21 | 25 | 0.231 | -653.1 |
| 1983 | CHW | AL | 127 | 256 | 30 | 59 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 32 | 11 | 18 | 29 | 0.230 | -993.1 |
| 1984 | CHW | AL | 94 | 132 | 17 | 31 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 7 | 13 | 12 | 0.235 | -268.1 |
| 1985 | PIT | NL | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | ALCS | CHA | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 33 | 16 | 35 | 67 | 5 | 8 |
| 3B | 33 | 4 | 10 | 21 | 3 | 4 |
| SS | 383 | 253 | 470 | 912 | 49 | 165 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | CLE | 2B | 29 | 16 | 35 | 63 | 4 | 8 |
| 1980 | CLE | 3B | 4 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 1980 | CLE | SS | 73 | 52 | 107 | 198 | 9 | 37 |
| 1981 | CLE | 2B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1981 | CLE | 3B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1981 | CLE | SS | 34 | 17 | 33 | 64 | 3 | 10 |
| 1982 | CLE | 3B | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1982 | CLE | SS | 77 | 64 | 118 | 239 | 16 | 39 |
| 1983 | CHA | 3B | 9 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | CHA | SS | 118 | 82 | 140 | 252 | 14 | 47 |
| 1984 | CHA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | CHA | 3B | 14 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | CHA | SS | 76 | 37 | 68 | 154 | 6 | 32 |
| 1985 | PIT | SS | 5 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 33 |
| Third Base | 34 |
| Shortstop | 382 |
| Designated Hitter | 9 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland State University | Cleveland | OH | 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977 |