Dallas McPherson
Born: 7/23/1980 in Greensboro, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 2004-09-10 | Final Game: 2011-05-29
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Dallas Lyle McPherson
Biography
Dallas McPherson, born in 1980, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2004 to 2011. Primarily serving as a position player, McPherson played a total of 139 games throughout his career, showcasing his power-hitting ability with 18 home runs and driving in 45 runs. He finished his career with a batting average of .241, complemented by 93 hits and 5 stolen bases, demonstrating a blend of power and speed that was particularly valued in the game during his active years.
McPherson's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball characterized by the rise of power hitters and the ongoing evolution of player conditioning and training methods. While he faced challenges with injuries that limited his playing time, he left a legacy as a player who could contribute significantly when healthy. His tenure in the league, though brief, highlighted the competitive nature of the sport in the mid-2000s and underscored the importance of resilience in a player’s career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 139 | 386 | 54 | 93 | 21 | 2 | 18 | 45 | 5 | 27 | 133 | 0.241 | 0.292 | 0.446 | 0.738 | -85.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | LAA | AL | 16 | 40 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 0.225 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | LAA | AL | 61 | 205 | 29 | 50 | 14 | 2 | 8 | 26 | 3 | 14 | 64 | 0.244 | -82.3 |
| 2006 | LAA | AL | 40 | 115 | 16 | 30 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 6 | 40 | 0.261 | -3.5 |
| 2008 | MIA | NL | 11 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | CHW | AL | 11 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.111 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | ALDS1 | ANA | 3 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.111 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 12 | 3 | 39 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 3B | 112 | 96 | 56 | 167 | 10 | 19 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | ANA | 3B | 14 | 11 | 9 | 22 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | LAA | 3B | 60 | 55 | 32 | 86 | 7 | 14 |
| 2006 | LAA | 1B | 6 | 3 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2006 | LAA | 3B | 31 | 25 | 13 | 49 | 3 | 4 |
| 2008 | FLO | 3B | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | CHA | 1B | 6 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | CHA | 3B | 5 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 12 |
| Third Base | 112 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | LAA | AL | $382,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $382,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Citadel | Charleston | SC | 1999, 2000, 2001 |