Dave Engle
Born: 11/30/1956 in San Diego, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1981-04-14 | Final Game: 1989-07-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Ralph David Engle
Biography
Dave Engle was a professional baseball player born in 1956, who played in Major League Baseball from 1981 until July 28, 1989. Primarily positioned as a versatile player, Engle appeared in a total of 594 games during his career. He was known for his solid batting skills, finishing with 431 hits and a batting average of .262. Over his career, he demonstrated power at the plate with 31 home runs and drove in 181 runs, contributing to his teams' offensive efforts. Engle also showcased speed on the bases, accumulating 5 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Engle's most notable achievement came in the form of an All-Star selection, highlighting his impact on the field at a time when the game was evolving in style and strategy. Playing during the late 1980s, Engle was part of an era that saw a mix of traditional baseball tactics and the beginnings of a shift towards more power-oriented play. His contributions to the teams he played for, including the Minnesota Twins and the California Angels, solidified his legacy as a reliable player who could adapt to various roles on the diamond.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 594 | 1643 | 201 | 431 | 88 | 13 | 31 | 181 | 5 | 120 | 190 | 0.262 | 0.311 | 0.388 | 0.700 | -549.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | MIN | AL | 82 | 248 | 29 | 64 | 14 | 4 | 5 | 32 | 0 | 13 | 37 | 0.258 | -17.8 |
| 1982 | MIN | AL | 58 | 186 | 20 | 42 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 10 | 22 | 0.226 | -458.8 |
| 1983 | MIN | AL | 120 | 374 | 46 | 114 | 22 | 4 | 8 | 43 | 2 | 28 | 39 | 0.305 | 786.9 |
| 1984 | MIN | AL | 109 | 391 | 56 | 104 | 20 | 1 | 4 | 38 | 0 | 26 | 22 | 0.266 | -531.4 |
| 1985 | MIN | AL | 70 | 172 | 28 | 44 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 25 | 2 | 21 | 28 | 0.256 | 270.8 |
| 1986 | DET | AL | 35 | 86 | 6 | 22 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 13 | 0.256 | -142.9 |
| 1987 | WSN | NL | 59 | 84 | 7 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 6 | 11 | 0.226 | -323.4 |
| 1988 | WSN | NL | 34 | 37 | 4 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 0.216 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | ATL | AL | 27 | 65 | 5 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 0.215 | -132.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 43 | 36 | 309 | 25 | 4 | 31 |
| 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 197 | 161 | 777 | 66 | 18 | 7 |
| OF | 136 | 104 | 246 | 9 | 4 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | MIN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | MIN | OF | 76 | 64 | 144 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 1982 | MIN | OF | 34 | 23 | 63 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1983 | MIN | C | 73 | 66 | 299 | 26 | 9 | 3 |
| 1983 | MIN | OF | 4 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | MIN | C | 86 | 80 | 376 | 34 | 8 | 3 |
| 1985 | MIN | C | 17 | 12 | 58 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1985 | MIN | OF | 3 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | DET | C | 3 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | DET | 1B | 23 | 21 | 173 | 13 | 0 | 20 |
| 1986 | DET | OF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | MON | C | 6 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | MON | 1B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | MON | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | MON | OF | 11 | 9 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | MON | C | 9 | 2 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | MON | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | MON | OF | 4 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | ML4 | C | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | ML4 | 1B | 18 | 15 | 133 | 12 | 4 | 11 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 196 |
| First Base | 43 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 16 |
| Right Field | 121 |
| Designated Hitter | 118 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | MON | NL | $150,000 |
| 1987 | MON | NL | $145,000 |
| 1985 | MIN | AL | $215,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $510,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 1977, 1978 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 5th | 4.0 | 140 | 0 |