Rene Lachemann
Born: 5/4/1945 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1965-05-04 | Final Game: 1968-06-08
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 198 lbs
Full name: Rene George Lachemann
Biography
Rene Lachemann was a professional baseball player born in 1945, who had a career spanning from 1965 to 1968. Primarily known as a position player, Lachemann appeared in 118 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded 59 hits, including 9 home runs, and drove in 33 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .21. Despite not being known for his speed on the bases, as evidenced by his 0 stolen bases, Lachemann contributed to his teams with solid defense and power hitting during an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively focused game.
Lachemann's tenure in the big leagues, although brief, coincided with a time when baseball was evolving in terms of athleticism and player prowess. He played in an era where the game began to see significant changes, including the introduction of more power hitters and a greater emphasis on offensive production. After retiring as a player, Lachemann remained connected to the game, contributing to baseball in various coaching capacities, further solidifying his legacy in the sport. His journey reflects the experiences of many players from that era, highlighting the challenges and triumphs faced by those who played during a transformative period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 118 | 281 | 23 | 59 | 9 | 1 | 9 | 33 | 0 | 13 | 69 | 0.210 | 0.245 | 0.345 | 0.590 | -641.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | KC1 | AL | 92 | 216 | 20 | 49 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 29 | 0 | 12 | 57 | 0.227 | -234.4 |
| 1966 | KC1 | AL | 7 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1968 | OAK | AL | 19 | 60 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0.150 | -406.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 97 | 69 | 453 | 33 | 11 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | KC1 | C | 75 | 54 | 361 | 27 | 8 | 3 |
| 1966 | KC1 | C | 6 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1968 | OAK | C | 16 | 15 | 82 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 98 |