Gordy Lund
Born: 2/23/1941 in Iron Mountain, MI, USA
Died: 4/10/2024 in Arlington Heights, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-08-01 | Final Game: 1969-08-08
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Gordon Thomas Lund
Biography
Gordy Lund, born in 1941, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1967 to 1969. Over the course of his brief career, he appeared in 23 games and showcased a solid batting average of .261. Lund recorded 12 hits during his time in the league, contributing a single run batted in and one stolen base to his team's efforts. Although he did not hit any home runs, his on-field versatility and ability to get on base were notable during a period when the game was transitioning into a more power-oriented phase.
Lund's career unfolded in the late 1960s, a time characterized by the rise of pitching dominance and a shift in offensive strategies. While his tenure in the majors was relatively short, his contributions in the field and at the plate reflected the competitive spirit of the era. Following his retirement from professional baseball on August 8, 1969, Lund's legacy remained as a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the many players who contributed to the sport's evolution, even if only for a short time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 46 | 5 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 0.261 | 0.333 | 0.283 | 0.616 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | CLE | AL | 3 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | SE1 | AL | 20 | 38 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 0.263 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 19 | 13 | 15 | 40 | 6 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | CLE | SS | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| 1969 | SE1 | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1969 | SE1 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | SE1 | SS | 17 | 11 | 14 | 37 | 4 | 7 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 19 |