David Lough, baseball player, 2012-2016

David Lough

Born: 1/20/1986 in Akron, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 2012-09-01 | Final Game: 2016-06-01

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: David Dennis Lough

Biography

David Lough, born in 1986, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2012 to 2016. Lough played primarily as a position player, appearing in 342 games throughout his career. He was known for his versatility and solid defensive skills, which allowed him to contribute effectively to his teams. Over the course of his career, he recorded 190 hits, 13 home runs, and 67 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .254. Lough also demonstrated his speed on the basepaths, amassing 17 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact games both offensively and defensively. Lough's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, where the emphasis on athleticism and versatility was growing. He played a significant role for teams such as the Kansas City Royals, where he was part of a roster that aimed to compete in a highly competitive American League. His contributions helped solidify the depth of his teams, particularly in the outfield. While Lough may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his commitment to the game and his ability to perform in various roles left a lasting impression on those who followed his career.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
342 749 95 190 29 10 13 67 17 43 138 0.254 0.300 0.371 0.671 -908.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2014 ALDS2 BAL 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
2014 ALCS BAL 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 309 192 445 15 4 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 165
Center Field 61
Right Field 98
Designated Hitter 2

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2015 BAL AL $525,500
2014 BAL AL $510,500
Total Career Earnings $1,036,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Mercyhurst College Erie PA 2005, 2006, 2007

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2013 Rookie of the Year AL 8th 1.0 150 0