Karl Pagel
Born: 3/29/1955 in Madison, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1978-09-21 | Final Game: 1983-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 188 lbs
Full name: Karl Douglas Pagel
Biography
Karl Pagel, born in 1955, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1978 to 1983. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 48 games, where he showcased his skills primarily in the outfield and infield. Pagel recorded 13 hits, one of which was a home run, and he contributed seven runs batted in (RBIs) to his teams. He finished his career with a batting average of .232, a statistic that reflects the challenges he faced in the highly competitive landscape of Major League Baseball during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Pagel's time in the majors occurred during an era of transition in baseball, as the game was beginning to see the effects of expanding talent pools and evolving playing styles. While his overall statistics may not reflect the impact made by some of his contemporaries, Pagel's dedication and versatility as a player provided depth to the rosters he was part of. His career, though brief, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the journey of many athletes who aspired to succeed in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | 56 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 11 | 20 | 0.232 | 0.358 | 0.357 | 0.715 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | CHC | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | CHC | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | CLE | AL | 14 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | CLE | AL | 23 | 18 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | CLE | AL | 8 | 20 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 16 | 4 | 58 | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | CLE | 1B | 6 | 4 | 28 | 6 | 0 | 5 |
| 1982 | CLE | 1B | 10 | 0 | 30 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 1983 | CLE | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 16 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas at Austin | Austin | TX | 1976 |