Don Lang
Born: 3/15/1915 in Selma, CA, USA
Died: 9/1/2010 in Ventura, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1938-07-04 | Final Game: 1948-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Donald Charles Lang
Biography
Don Lang was a professional baseball player who played primarily as an outfielder during his career from 1938 to 1948. Born in 1915, Lang made his mark in the Major Leagues during a time when baseball was experiencing the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-oriented style of play. He appeared in 138 games, where he recorded 100 hits, 5 home runs, and 42 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .268. Though not known for his speed, he contributed 2 stolen bases, showcasing a well-rounded skill set typical of the players of his time.
Lang's career spanned a decade that included significant historical events, such as World War II, which impacted many players and the overall landscape of the sport. Despite the challenges of the era, he established himself as a reliable position player. His contributions to the teams he played for were marked by his consistency at the plate and his ability to perform in critical situations, leaving a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16.0 | 13.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0.077 | 0.250 | 0.077 | 0.327 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 16.0 | 13.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0.077 | 0.250 | 0.077 | 0.327 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 138 | 373 | 35 | 100 | 17 | 2 | 5 | 42 | 2 | 49 | 45 | 0.268 | 0.355 | 0.365 | 0.719 | 31.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | CIN | NL | 21 | 50 | 5 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.260 | -58.8 |
| 1948 | STL | NL | 117 | 323 | 30 | 87 | 14 | 1 | 4 | 31 | 2 | 47 | 38 | 0.269 | 89.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 3 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 3B | 110 | 0 | 96 | 213 | 11 | 16 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | CIN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1938 | CIN | 3B | 15 | 0 | 15 | 25 | 1 | 3 |
| 1938 | CIN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1948 | SLN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 1948 | SLN | 3B | 95 | 0 | 81 | 188 | 10 | 13 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 3 |
| Third Base | 110 |
| Shortstop | 1 |