Steve Macko
Born: 9/6/1954 in Burlington, IA, USA
Died: 11/15/1981 in Arlington, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1979-08-18 | Final Game: 1980-08-06
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Steven Joseph Macko
Biography
Steve Macko was a professional baseball player born in 1954, who played in Major League Baseball during a brief career from 1979 to 1980. Primarily a position player, Macko appeared in 25 games, where he showcased his skills with a batting average of .250. Throughout his time in the league, he recorded 15 hits and drove in 5 runs, although he did not hit any home runs. His contributions on the field were characterized by a steady approach to hitting, though he did not accumulate any stolen bases.
Macko's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving both in terms of player athleticism and the strategies employed by teams. Although his time in the majors was short-lived, Macko's participation in the game placed him within a unique era, bridging the late 1970s and early 1980s, a time when the game was beginning to see changes in power dynamics and player utilization. After his retirement, Macko's legacy remained within the annals of baseball history, as he became one of the numerous players who contributed to the rich tapestry of the sport during that era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 60 | 4 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 0.250 | 0.297 | 0.300 | 0.597 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | CHC | NL | 19 | 40 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0.225 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | CHC | NL | 6 | 20 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 11 | 8 | 20 | 22 | 0 | 4 |
| 3B | 6 | 4 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 3 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | CHN | 2B | 10 | 7 | 18 | 21 | 0 | 4 |
| 1979 | CHN | 3B | 4 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CHN | 2B | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CHN | 3B | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CHN | SS | 3 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 11 |
| Third Base | 6 |
| Shortstop | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor University | Waco | TX | 1976, 1977 |
| Panola College | Carthage | TX | 1975 |