Dave Hollins
Born: 5/25/1966 in Buffalo, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-04-12 | Final Game: 2002-09-25
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: David Michael Hollins
Biography
Dave Hollins was a professional baseball player born in 1966, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1990 to 2002. Over the course of his career, he played in 983 games, accumulating 870 hits and 112 home runs, while driving in 482 runs with a batting average of .260. Known for his versatility and power at the plate, Hollins was a key contributor to the teams he played for, including the Philadelphia Phillies and the Seattle Mariners. He demonstrated speed on the basepaths, finishing his career with 47 stolen bases, which added an element of excitement to his gameplay.
Hollins' most notable achievement came with his selection as an All-Star, showcasing his talent during a career that spanned over a decade in the highly competitive landscape of Major League Baseball. His playing style was characterized by a strong batting approach, making him a reliable middle-of-the-order hitter during his tenure. Dave Hollins was a significant figure in the game during the late 20th century, an era marked by the emergence of power hitters and strategic offensive play, and he left a lasting legacy through his contributions on the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 983 | 3346 | 578 | 870 | 166 | 17 | 112 | 482 | 47 | 464 | 687 | 0.260 | 0.358 | 0.420 | 0.779 | 4890.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | PHI | NL | 72 | 114 | 14 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 10 | 28 | 0.184 | -424.9 |
| 1991 | PHI | NL | 56 | 151 | 18 | 45 | 10 | 2 | 6 | 21 | 1 | 17 | 26 | 0.298 | 671.1 |
| 1992 | PHI | NL | 156 | 586 | 104 | 158 | 28 | 4 | 27 | 93 | 9 | 76 | 110 | 0.270 | 2548.5 |
| 1993 | PHI | NL | 143 | 543 | 104 | 148 | 30 | 4 | 18 | 93 | 2 | 85 | 109 | 0.273 | 1365.4 |
| 1994 | PHI | NL | 44 | 162 | 28 | 36 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 26 | 1 | 23 | 32 | 0.222 | -292.9 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 5 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | PHI | NL | 65 | 205 | 46 | 47 | 12 | 2 | 7 | 25 | 1 | 53 | 38 | 0.229 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | 121 | 422 | 71 | 102 | 26 | 0 | 13 | 53 | 6 | 71 | 102 | 0.242 | 163.2 |
| 1996 | SEA | AL | 28 | 94 | 17 | 33 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 25 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 0.351 | 163.2 |
| 1997 | LAA | AL | 149 | 572 | 101 | 165 | 29 | 2 | 16 | 85 | 16 | 62 | 124 | 0.288 | 716.8 |
| 1998 | LAA | AL | 101 | 363 | 60 | 88 | 16 | 2 | 11 | 39 | 11 | 44 | 69 | 0.242 | -233.2 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | 27 | 99 | 12 | 22 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 22 | 0.222 | -433.7 |
| 2001 | CLE | AL | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | PHI | NL | 14 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.118 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 43 | 7 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 9 | 0.233 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | WS | PHI | 6 | 23 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 0.261 |
| 1993 | NLCS | PHI | 6 | 20 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 96 | 91 | 770 | 49 | 9 | 74 |
| 3B | 778 | 757 | 541 | 1255 | 129 | 87 |
| OF | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | PHI | 1B | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | PHI | 3B | 30 | 18 | 19 | 36 | 4 | 0 |
| 1991 | PHI | 1B | 6 | 5 | 42 | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| 1991 | PHI | 3B | 36 | 33 | 25 | 58 | 7 | 2 |
| 1992 | PHI | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | PHI | 3B | 156 | 156 | 120 | 253 | 18 | 22 |
| 1993 | PHI | 3B | 143 | 143 | 73 | 215 | 27 | 9 |
| 1994 | PHI | 3B | 43 | 43 | 38 | 48 | 11 | 2 |
| 1994 | PHI | OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | BOS | OF | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | PHI | 1B | 61 | 60 | 532 | 30 | 7 | 53 |
| 1996 | MIN | 3B | 116 | 115 | 81 | 206 | 14 | 16 |
| 1996 | MIN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | SEA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | SEA | 3B | 28 | 27 | 21 | 53 | 3 | 6 |
| 1997 | ANA | 1B | 14 | 14 | 107 | 8 | 0 | 10 |
| 1997 | ANA | 3B | 135 | 131 | 101 | 241 | 29 | 17 |
| 1998 | ANA | 1B | 7 | 6 | 44 | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| 1998 | ANA | 3B | 91 | 91 | 63 | 145 | 16 | 13 |
| 2002 | PHI | 1B | 5 | 5 | 37 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 96 |
| Third Base | 778 |
| Shortstop | 1 |
| Right Field | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 33 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Player of the Week | Week of 1996-04-06 |
| 1992 | Player of the Week | Week of 1992-07-18 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | PHI | NL | $400,000 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | $1,900,000 |
| 1998 | ANA | AL | $1,900,000 |
| 1997 | ANA | AL | $2,050,000 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | $1,350,000 |
| 1995 | PHI | NL | $2,000,000 |
| 1994 | PHI | NL | $2,000,000 |
| 1993 | PHI | NL | $625,000 |
| 1992 | PHI | NL | $180,000 |
| 1991 | PHI | NL | $116,000 |
| 1990 | PHI | NL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $12,621,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina | Columbia | SC | 1985, 1986, 1987 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 20th | 3.0 | 336 | 0 |