Ron Lolich
Born: 9/19/1946 in Portland, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 1971-07-18 | Final Game: 1973-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Ronald John Lolich
Biography
Ron Lolich, born in 1946, was a professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball primarily as a position player from 1971 until 1973. His career spanned a brief but impactful period, during which he appeared in 87 games. Lolich recorded a batting average of .211, hitting a total of 48 hits, including four home runs and driving in 23 runs. His contributions on the field, while modest in terms of raw statistics, reflected the competitive nature of the early 1970s, a time when players were beginning to adapt to the evolving dynamics of the game.
Lolich's playing style was characterized by a strong defensive presence, with a focus on team-oriented play rather than individual statistics. Although he did not steal any bases during his career, his ability to contribute in key situations made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. Despite his relatively short career, Ron Lolich's journey through the majors is remembered as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history during a transformative era in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87 | 228 | 20 | 48 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 23 | 0 | 11 | 49 | 0.211 | 0.246 | 0.303 | 0.548 | -754.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | CHW | AL | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | CLE | AL | 24 | 80 | 4 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 0.188 | -327.7 |
| 1973 | CLE | AL | 61 | 140 | 16 | 32 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 7 | 27 | 0.229 | -426.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 56 | 46 | 78 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | CHA | OF | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | CLE | OF | 22 | 21 | 39 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | CLE | OF | 32 | 23 | 38 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 12 |
| Right Field | 48 |
| Designated Hitter | 12 |