Don Mueller, baseball player, 1948-1959

Don Mueller

Born: 4/14/1927 in St. Louis, MO, USA

Died: 12/28/2011 in Chesterfield, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1948-08-02 | Final Game: 1959-05-02

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Donald Frederick Mueller

Biography

Don Mueller, born in 1927, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1948 until 1959. Known for his consistent hitting and solid defensive skills, Mueller played a total of 1,245 games, amassing 1,292 hits and finishing his career with a commendable batting average of .296. Over the course of his tenure, he hit 65 home runs and drove in 520 runs, showcasing his capability as a reliable offensive force. Additionally, he contributed with 11 stolen bases, reflecting a level of speed not often highlighted in power hitters of his time. Mueller was selected as an All-Star twice during his career, a testament to his skill and impact on the game. He played during a transformative period in baseball history, marked by the integration of the sport and the emergence of new playing styles. His ability to maintain a high batting average and a steady presence in the lineup solidified his legacy as a respected player of his era. After retiring in 1959, Mueller left behind a record that exemplified both talent and dedication to the game of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1245 4364 499 1292 139 37 65 520 11 167 146 0.296 0.322 0.390 0.712 -2534.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
4 18 4 7 0 0 0 1 0 1 0.389

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1954 WS NY1 4 18 4 7 0 0 0 1 0 1 0.389

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1084 537 1816 69 35 20

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 36
Center Field 1
Right Field 1046

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1954 Most Valuable Player NL 12th 30.0 336 0