Darrell Miller
Born: 2/26/1958 in Washington, DC, USA
MLB Debut: 1984-08-14 | Final Game: 1988-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Darrell Keith Miller
Biography
Darrell Miller was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1984 to 1988. Born in 1958, he made his mark in the major leagues during a time when baseball was transitioning into a more offensive era, with the game beginning to see an increase in home runs and offensive production. Over the course of his career, Miller participated in 224 games, recording 95 hits and 8 home runs, while driving in 35 runs. His batting average stood at .241, and he added a modest three stolen bases to his career totals.
Miller's playing style was characterized by his versatility on the field, which allowed him to contribute to his teams in various capacities. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions during his tenure were significant to the clubs he played for, particularly in a league that was increasingly valuing power and speed. His career, spanning just a few seasons, nonetheless reflected the changing dynamics of baseball in the late 1980s, making him a noteworthy figure in the context of the game’s evolution during that period.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 224 | 394 | 54 | 95 | 13 | 3 | 8 | 35 | 3 | 27 | 69 | 0.241 | 0.300 | 0.350 | 0.650 | -369.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | LAA | AL | 17 | 41 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | LAA | AL | 51 | 48 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.375 | 295.2 |
| 1986 | LAA | AL | 33 | 57 | 6 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0.228 | -212.0 |
| 1987 | LAA | AL | 53 | 108 | 14 | 26 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 0.241 | -144.4 |
| 1988 | LAA | AL | 70 | 140 | 21 | 31 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 9 | 29 | 0.221 | -307.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 16 | 13 | 92 | 7 | 1 | 12 |
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 97 | 52 | 348 | 36 | 5 | 2 |
| OF | 95 | 32 | 80 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | CAL | 1B | 16 | 13 | 92 | 7 | 1 | 12 |
| 1984 | CAL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | CAL | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | CAL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | CAL | OF | 45 | 5 | 38 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1986 | CAL | C | 10 | 3 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | CAL | OF | 23 | 9 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | CAL | C | 33 | 17 | 110 | 15 | 2 | 1 |
| 1987 | CAL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | CAL | OF | 18 | 14 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | CAL | C | 53 | 32 | 218 | 18 | 3 | 1 |
| 1988 | CAL | OF | 8 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 97 |
| First Base | 16 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 34 |
| Center Field | 8 |
| Right Field | 54 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | CAL | AL | $91,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $91,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Polytechnic State University - Pomona | Pomona | CA | 1977, 1978, 1979 |