Dave Madison
Born: 2/1/1921 in Brooksville, MS, USA
Died: 12/8/1985 in Macon, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 1950-09-26 | Final Game: 1953-08-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: David Pledger Madison
Biography
Dave Madison was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1921, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1950 to 1953. During his career, he played for several teams, showcasing his skills on the mound during a transitional period in baseball history. Madison finished his career with a record of 8 wins and 7 losses, possessing an earned run average (ERA) of 5.7. He recorded a total of 70 strikeouts over his time in the league, although he did not register any saves.
Madison's playing style was characterized by a competitive spirit and an ability to adapt as the game evolved in the post-World War II era, marking a time of significant change within the sport. While he may not have been among the most celebrated pitchers of his time, his contributions to the teams he played for helped to shape the competitive landscape of the early 1950s. His career remains a testament to the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during this dynamic period.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 7 | 74 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 158.0 | 173 | 100 | 16 | 103 | 70 | 5.70 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | NYY | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6.00 | - |
| 1952 | DET | AL | 1 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 16 | 13 | 10 | 7 | 7.80 | -309.0 |
| 1952 | SLA | AL | 4 | 2 | 31 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 78.0 | 78 | 38 | 48 | 35 | 4.38 | -1898.0 |
| 1953 | DET | AL | 3 | 4 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 62.0 | 76 | 47 | 44 | 27 | 6.82 | -2081.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74 | 30 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.100 | 0.156 | 0.100 | 0.256 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | NYY | AL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | DET | AL | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | SLA | AL | 31 | 17 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.118 | 0.0 |
| 1953 | DET | AL | 32 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 74 | 0 | 4 | 30 | 3 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | NYA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1952 | DET | P | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1952 | SLA | P | 31 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 1 |
| 1953 | DET | P | 32 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 74 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University | Baton Rouge | LA | 1941, 1943 |