Dave Gerard
Born: 8/6/1936 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 10/10/2001 in Newtown, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1962-04-10 | Final Game: 1962-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: David Frederick Gerard
Biography
Dave Gerard was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball during the early 1960s. Born in 1936, Gerard made his debut on April 10, 1962, and played until September 29 of the same year. His career, though brief, was marked by his contributions to the teams he played for, showcasing a competitive spirit in an era that was transitioning into a more dynamic style of play.
Throughout his short tenure in the majors, Gerard recorded a win-loss record of 2-3, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.91. He struck out a total of 30 batters and secured 3 saves. Despite the challenges of competing in the high-pressure environment of MLB, Gerard's performance reflected the resilience and determination characteristic of many pitchers of his time. His time in the league, though limited, remains a testament to the myriad of players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during the early years of the modern game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 58.7 | 67 | 32 | 10 | 28 | 30 | 4.91 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | CHC | NL | 2 | 3 | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 58.7 | 67 | 32 | 28 | 30 | 4.91 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.375 | 0.444 | 0.375 | 0.819 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | CHC | NL | 39 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.375 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 39 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | CHN | P | 39 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 39 |