Dave May
Born: 12/23/1943 in New Castle, DE, USA
Died: 10/20/2012 in Bear, DE, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-07-28 | Final Game: 1978-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 186 lbs
Full name: David LaFrance May
Biography
Dave May was born in 1943 and enjoyed a notable Major League Baseball career from 1967 to 1978. A versatile position player, he played in 1,252 games and recorded 920 hits, with 96 home runs and 422 RBIs to his credit. May's batting average settled at .251, and he added a notable 60 stolen bases to his career totals. He was selected as an All-Star once during his time in the league, showcasing his talents among the game's elite.
May's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, which saw the integration of players and the evolution of offensive strategies. He played for several teams, including the Milwaukee Brewers and the Pittsburgh Pirates, contributing to their lineups with a combination of power and speed. His ability to deliver key hits in crucial moments made him a valuable asset to his teams, and he remains a respected figure in baseball history for his contributions on the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1252 | 3670 | 462 | 920 | 130 | 20 | 96 | 422 | 60 | 344 | 501 | 0.251 | 0.318 | 0.375 | 0.694 | 522.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | BAL | AL | 36 | 85 | 12 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 0.235 | -143.1 |
| 1968 | BAL | AL | 84 | 152 | 15 | 29 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 19 | 27 | 0.191 | -296.1 |
| 1969 | BAL | AL | 78 | 120 | 8 | 29 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 2 | 9 | 23 | 0.242 | -56.0 |
| 1970 | BAL | AL | 25 | 31 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0.194 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | ATL | AL | 100 | 342 | 36 | 82 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 31 | 8 | 44 | 56 | 0.240 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | ATL | AL | 144 | 501 | 74 | 139 | 20 | 3 | 16 | 65 | 15 | 50 | 59 | 0.277 | 1205.9 |
| 1972 | ATL | AL | 143 | 500 | 49 | 119 | 20 | 2 | 9 | 45 | 11 | 47 | 56 | 0.238 | -231.2 |
| 1973 | ATL | AL | 156 | 624 | 96 | 189 | 23 | 4 | 25 | 93 | 6 | 44 | 78 | 0.303 | 2020.9 |
| 1974 | ATL | AL | 135 | 477 | 56 | 108 | 15 | 1 | 10 | 42 | 4 | 28 | 73 | 0.226 | -1324.7 |
| 1975 | ATL | NL | 82 | 203 | 28 | 56 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 40 | 1 | 25 | 27 | 0.276 | 811.5 |
| 1976 | ATL | NL | 105 | 214 | 27 | 46 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 23 | 5 | 26 | 31 | 0.215 | -387.3 |
| 1977 | TEX | AL | 120 | 340 | 46 | 82 | 14 | 1 | 7 | 42 | 4 | 32 | 43 | 0.241 | -599.1 |
| 1978 | ATL | AL | 39 | 77 | 9 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 9 | 10 | 0.195 | -132.4 |
| 1978 | PIT | NL | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | -132.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | ALCS | BAL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1969 | WS | BAL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1021 | 888 | 2177 | 68 | 50 | 17 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | BAL | OF | 19 | 17 | 30 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1968 | BAL | OF | 61 | 35 | 62 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1969 | BAL | OF | 40 | 19 | 43 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 1970 | BAL | OF | 9 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | ML4 | OF | 99 | 92 | 255 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 1971 | ML4 | OF | 142 | 137 | 342 | 10 | 9 | 3 |
| 1972 | ML4 | OF | 138 | 131 | 376 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| 1973 | ML4 | OF | 152 | 151 | 401 | 9 | 9 | 3 |
| 1974 | ML4 | OF | 121 | 113 | 249 | 10 | 3 | 2 |
| 1975 | ATL | OF | 53 | 46 | 103 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| 1976 | ATL | OF | 60 | 47 | 98 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| 1977 | TEX | OF | 111 | 83 | 181 | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| 1978 | ML4 | OF | 16 | 14 | 32 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 85 |
| Center Field | 542 |
| Right Field | 414 |
| Designated Hitter | 23 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 8th | 65.0 | 336 | 0 |