Doug Howard
Born: 2/6/1948 in Salt Lake City, UT, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-09-06 | Final Game: 1976-06-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Douglas Lynn Howard
Biography
Doug Howard, born in 1948, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1972 to 1976. Primarily serving as a position player, Howard made a modest impact during his time in Major League Baseball, appearing in 97 games. He concluded his career with 46 hits, including a lone home run, and recorded 22 RBIs, with a batting average of .212. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases.
Playing during a transitional period in baseball, Howard's career unfolded in an era that saw the end of the deadball era and the rise of more offensive play styles. Despite not achieving overwhelming statistical success, his presence in the league contributed to the rich tapestry of the game during the 1970s. Howard's determination and passion for baseball remained evident throughout his brief yet noteworthy career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97 | 217 | 19 | 46 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 2 | 7 | 30 | 0.212 | 0.239 | 0.258 | 0.497 | -440.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | LAA | AL | 11 | 38 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.263 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | LAA | AL | 8 | 21 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.095 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | LAA | AL | 22 | 39 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | STL | NL | 17 | 29 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.207 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | CLE | AL | 39 | 90 | 7 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 0.211 | -440.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 46 | 30 | 305 | 29 | 2 | 29 |
| 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| OF | 24 | 18 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | CAL | 1B | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 1972 | CAL | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1972 | CAL | OF | 8 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | CAL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | CAL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | CAL | OF | 6 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | CAL | 1B | 5 | 3 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1974 | CAL | OF | 8 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | SLN | 1B | 7 | 5 | 60 | 6 | 0 | 5 |
| 1976 | CLE | 1B | 32 | 21 | 211 | 20 | 2 | 20 |
| 1976 | CLE | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 46 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 16 |
| Center Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham Young University | Provo | UT | 1968, 1969, 1970 |