Dwight Lowry, baseball player, 1984-1988

Dwight Lowry

Born: 10/23/1957 in Lumberton, NC, USA

Died: 7/10/1997 in Jamestown, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1984-04-03 | Final Game: 1988-04-23

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs

Biography

Dwight Lowry, born in 1957, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1984 to 1988. Primarily a position player, Lowry made a notable impact during his time in the major leagues, appearing in a total of 108 games. He finished his career with a batting average of .273, amassing 62 hits, including 5 home runs and 26 runs batted in (RBIs). Known for his solid hitting ability, Lowry contributed to his teams with a consistent offensive presence, although he did not record any stolen bases during his career. Lowry's playing era coincided with a transformative period in baseball, characterized by a growing emphasis on offensive production and the emergence of power hitters. While he may not have been among the most prominent stars of his time, Lowry's contributions on the field helped shape the competitive landscape of the mid to late 1980s. His career, though relatively brief, remains a testament to the dedication and skill required to compete at the highest levels of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
108 227 29 62 8 0 5 26 0 20 38 0.273 0.343 0.374 0.717 335.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 0 4 2 0 0
C 103 63 383 26 2 4
OF 1 0 2 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 103
First Base 2
Right Field 1

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1988 MIN AL $67,500
1986 DET AL $62,500
Total Career Earnings $130,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill NC 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980