Dick Mills
Born: 1/29/1945 in Boston, MA, USA
Died: 3/28/2015 in Scottsdale, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1970-09-07 | Final Game: 1970-09-13
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Richard Allan Mills
Biography
Dick Mills was a professional baseball player born in 1945, whose career in Major League Baseball was brief yet notable. He played in the league for a short stint during the 1970 season, appearing in two games. As a position player, Mills faced the challenges of breaking into the major leagues during an era marked by fierce competition and evolving player development strategies. Despite his efforts, he finished his career with no hits, home runs, or RBIs, resulting in a batting average of .0.
Though Mills' time in the MLB was limited, his journey to the big leagues reflects the aspirations of many players of his generation who sought to make an impact in a sport that was rapidly changing. The early 1970s were a transitional period in baseball, with new talents emerging and the game becoming increasingly integrated. While Mills may not have left a significant statistical legacy, his participation in the league serves as a reminder of the countless players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2.45 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | BOS | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2.45 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | BOS | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | BOS | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parsons College | Fairfield | IA | 1964, 1965, 1966 |