Dan Meyer, baseball player, 1974-1985

Dan Meyer

Born: 8/3/1952 in Hamilton, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1974-09-14 | Final Game: 1985-05-24

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Daniel Thomas Meyer

Biography

Dan Meyer was a professional baseball player born in 1952, whose career spanned from 1974 to 1985. He played primarily as a position player, appearing in a total of 1,118 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. Meyer was known for his solid hitting ability and versatility on the field, contributing to his teams with a career batting average of .253. Over the course of his career, he amassed 944 hits, 86 home runs, and 459 RBIs, demonstrating a well-rounded offensive skill set. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases, recording 61 stolen bases. Meyer played during a transformative era in baseball, where the game was evolving with an increasing emphasis on power hitting and athleticism. His contributions were significant in the context of his teams, as he provided reliable performance at the plate and in the field. Despite not being a household name, Meyerโ€™s resilience and work ethic left a lasting impact on the clubs he represented, and he remains a respected figure among baseball historians and fans alike. After his retirement on May 24, 1985, Meyer's legacy continued to resonate within the baseball community.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1118 3734 411 944 153 31 86 459 61 219 277 0.253 0.293 0.379 0.673 -4555.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 469 424 3918 288 40 386
3B 157 148 115 300 26 35
OF 326 298 529 20 23 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 468
Third Base 158
Left Field 314
Center Field 1
Right Field 12
Designated Hitter 69

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1979 Player of the Month June
1977 Player of the Week Week of 1977-08-05

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Santa Ana College Santa Ana CA 1972