Dusty Miller
Born: 9/10/1868 in Oil City, PA, USA
Died: 9/3/1945 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1889-09-23 | Final Game: 1899-08-20
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Charles Bradley Miller
Biography
Dusty Miller was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball during the late 19th century, showcasing his talents from 1889 until his retirement in 1899. Born in 1868, Miller played the majority of his career in an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded approaches that would follow. Over the course of 656 games, he amassed 771 hits and boasted an impressive batting average of .301, highlighting his ability to consistently produce at the plate.
Miller's prowess extended beyond just hitting; he also demonstrated significant power and speed, recording 22 home runs and stealing 206 bases throughout his career. His 421 RBIs underscored his role as a key run producer for his teams. Known for his aggressive playing style and versatility on the field, Miller made a lasting impact on the game, contributing to the evolution of offensive strategy during a pivotal time in baseball history. His achievements have secured him a respected place in the annals of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 656 | 2561 | 445 | 771 | 139 | 51 | 22 | 421 | 206 | 174 | 137 | 0.301 | 0.353 | 0.421 | 0.774 | 3593.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1889 | BL2 | AA | 11 | 40 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 11 | 0.150 | 0.0 |
| 1890 | SL4 | AA | 26 | 96 | 17 | 21 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0.219 | -149.7 |
| 1895 | CIN | NL | 132 | 529 | 103 | 177 | 31 | 16 | 10 | 112 | 43 | 33 | 34 | 0.335 | 1662.6 |
| 1896 | CIN | NL | 125 | 504 | 91 | 162 | 38 | 12 | 4 | 93 | 76 | 33 | 30 | 0.321 | 1142.5 |
| 1897 | CIN | NL | 119 | 440 | 83 | 139 | 27 | 1 | 4 | 70 | 29 | 48 | 17 | 0.316 | 914.1 |
| 1898 | CIN | NL | 152 | 586 | 99 | 175 | 24 | 12 | 3 | 90 | 32 | 38 | 28 | 0.299 | 1001.8 |
| 1899 | CIN | NL | 81 | 327 | 45 | 83 | 12 | 6 | 0 | 37 | 18 | 9 | 13 | 0.254 | -977.7 |
| 1899 | STL | NL | 10 | 39 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0.205 | -977.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 646 | 0 | 1142 | 114 | 105 | 29 |
| SS | 11 | 0 | 9 | 29 | 17 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1889 | BL2 | SS | 8 | 0 | 7 | 21 | 16 | 0 |
| 1889 | BL2 | OF | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1890 | SL4 | SS | 3 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1890 | SL4 | OF | 24 | 0 | 33 | 8 | 6 | 3 |
| 1895 | CIN | OF | 132 | 0 | 243 | 25 | 18 | 8 |
| 1896 | CIN | OF | 125 | 0 | 199 | 21 | 24 | 7 |
| 1897 | CIN | OF | 119 | 0 | 203 | 18 | 17 | 2 |
| 1898 | CIN | OF | 152 | 0 | 292 | 23 | 24 | 4 |
| 1899 | CIN | OF | 81 | 0 | 148 | 18 | 13 | 4 |
| 1899 | SLN | OF | 10 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 11 |
| Left Field | 13 |
| Center Field | 39 |
| Right Field | 595 |