Dave Lemanczyk
Born: 8/17/1950 in Syracuse, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-04-15 | Final Game: 1980-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 235 lbs
Full name: David Lawrence Lemanczyk
Biography
Dave Lemanczyk, born in 1950, was a professional baseball pitcher who played from 1973 to 1980. Over the course of his career, he appeared in Major League Baseball with a record of 37-63 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.62. Known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound, Lemanczyk struck out 429 batters, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters during his tenure. He earned an All-Star selection, highlighting a peak performance that underscored his skill and potential in the league.
Lemanczyk's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by evolving pitching styles and strategies. While he did not achieve saves in his career, his contributions were significant in providing depth to his teams' pitching rotations. His journey through the game saw him adapt to various roles, reflecting the dynamics of his era and the challenges faced by pitchers of the time. Retiring in 1980, Lemanczyk left a legacy as a determined competitor who navigated the complexities of Major League Baseball during the 1970s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 63 | 185 | 103 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 913.0 | 1012 | 469 | 87 | 363 | 429 | 4.62 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.3 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 11.57 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | DET | AL | 2 | 1 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 78.7 | 79 | 35 | 44 | 52 | 4.00 | -2730.3 |
| 1975 | DET | AL | 2 | 7 | 26 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 109.0 | 120 | 54 | 46 | 67 | 4.46 | 139.9 |
| 1976 | DET | AL | 4 | 6 | 20 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 81.3 | 86 | 46 | 34 | 51 | 5.09 | -490.5 |
| 1977 | TOR | AL | 13 | 16 | 34 | 34 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 252.0 | 278 | 119 | 87 | 105 | 4.25 | -141.0 |
| 1978 | TOR | AL | 4 | 14 | 29 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 136.7 | 170 | 95 | 65 | 62 | 6.26 | -3531.0 |
| 1979 | TOR | AL | 8 | 10 | 22 | 20 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 143.0 | 137 | 59 | 45 | 63 | 3.71 | -36.3 |
| 1980 | LAA | AL | 2 | 4 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 66.7 | 81 | 32 | 27 | 19 | 4.32 | - |
| 1980 | TOR | AL | 2 | 5 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 43.3 | 57 | 26 | 15 | 10 | 5.40 | -751.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | DET | AL | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | DET | AL | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | DET | AL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | TOR | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | TOR | AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | TOR | AL | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | LAA | AL | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | TOR | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 185 | 103 | 67 | 134 | 11 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | DET | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | DET | P | 22 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 1975 | DET | P | 26 | 6 | 9 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 1976 | DET | P | 20 | 10 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 0 |
| 1977 | TOR | P | 34 | 34 | 25 | 37 | 4 | 4 |
| 1978 | TOR | P | 29 | 20 | 2 | 22 | 2 | 1 |
| 1979 | TOR | P | 22 | 20 | 12 | 20 | 2 | 2 |
| 1980 | CAL | P | 21 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | TOR | P | 10 | 8 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 185 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartwick College | Oneonta | NY | 1970, 1971, 1972 |