Keith Lampard
Born: 12/20/1945 in Warrington, Cheshire, England
Died: 8/30/2020 in Lincoln City, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-09-15 | Final Game: 1970-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 197 lbs
Full name: Christopher Keith Lampard
Biography
Keith Lampard, born in 1945, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1969 to 1970. His career spanned a brief period, during which he appeared in 62 games. Lampard recorded a total of 20 hits, including one home run, and drove in seven runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .238. Despite his limited time in the majors, he contributed to his teams with a steady presence on the field.
Lampard's playing career occurred during a transitional phase in baseball, as the sport was evolving with the introduction of new strategies and player dynamics. While he did not achieve the high-profile success of some contemporaries, his role as a player during this period reflected the dedication and talent required to compete at the highest level. After concluding his professional playing career on October 1, 1970, Lampard's legacy remained part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the journey of athletes who contributed to the game, albeit for a short duration.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62 | 84 | 10 | 20 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 27 | 0.238 | 0.289 | 0.393 | 0.682 | -94.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | HOU | NL | 9 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | HOU | NL | 53 | 72 | 8 | 17 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 24 | 0.236 | -94.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 17 | 7 | 23 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | HOU | OF | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | HOU | 1B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | HOU | OF | 16 | 6 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 13 |
| Right Field | 6 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oregon | Eugene | OR | 1965 |