Norm Miller
Born: 2/5/1946 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1965-09-11 | Final Game: 1974-09-16
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Norman Calvin Miller
Biography
Norm Miller was a professional baseball player born in 1946, whose career spanned from 1965 to 1974. He played primarily as a position player, appearing in a total of 540 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. Miller was known for his versatility on the field and contributed to his teams with solid offensive skills, finishing his career with 325 hits and 24 home runs. His ability to drive in runs was evident, as he recorded 159 RBIs, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 16 stolen bases.
Miller's career took place during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the evolution of the game and changing playing styles. While his batting average stood at .238, his overall contributions to the teams he played for reflected his commitment to the sport. Despite the challenges and competition of the era, he carved out a respectable niche as a reliable player, leaving his mark in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 540 | 1364 | 166 | 325 | 68 | 10 | 24 | 159 | 16 | 160 | 265 | 0.238 | 0.323 | 0.356 | 0.678 | 518.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | HOU | NL | 11 | 15 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | HOU | NL | 11 | 34 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.147 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | HOU | NL | 64 | 190 | 15 | 39 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 14 | 2 | 19 | 42 | 0.205 | -409.7 |
| 1968 | HOU | NL | 79 | 257 | 35 | 61 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 28 | 6 | 22 | 48 | 0.237 | 327.6 |
| 1969 | HOU | NL | 119 | 409 | 58 | 108 | 21 | 4 | 4 | 50 | 4 | 47 | 77 | 0.264 | 343.1 |
| 1970 | HOU | NL | 90 | 226 | 29 | 54 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 29 | 3 | 41 | 33 | 0.239 | 21.8 |
| 1971 | HOU | NL | 45 | 74 | 5 | 19 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0.257 | 53.8 |
| 1972 | HOU | NL | 67 | 107 | 18 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 13 | 23 | 0.243 | 181.4 |
| 1973 | ATL | NL | 9 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.375 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | HOU | NL | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | ATL | NL | 42 | 41 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| C | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 378 | 317 | 565 | 19 | 17 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | HOU | OF | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | HOU | 3B | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| 1966 | HOU | OF | 8 | 7 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | HOU | OF | 53 | 49 | 84 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1968 | HOU | OF | 74 | 65 | 131 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| 1969 | HOU | OF | 114 | 105 | 172 | 7 | 3 | 3 |
| 1970 | HOU | C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | HOU | OF | 72 | 53 | 101 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
| 1971 | HOU | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | HOU | OF | 20 | 13 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | HOU | OF | 29 | 20 | 35 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1973 | ATL | OF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1973 | HOU | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | ATL | OF | 4 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 2 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 87 |
| Center Field | 37 |
| Right Field | 265 |