Casey Parsons
Born: 4/14/1954 in Wenatchee, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1981-05-31 | Final Game: 1987-08-09
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Casey Robert Parsons
Biography
Casey Parsons was a professional baseball player born in 1954, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1981 until his retirement in 1987. Over the course of his career, Parsons participated in 63 games, where he recorded 10 hits and achieved a batting average of .189. His contributions included hitting 2 home runs and driving in 10 runs batted in (RBIs). Known for his versatility on the field, Parsons took on various roles but ultimately struggled to maintain a consistent presence in the lineup, finishing his career with no stolen bases.
Parsons' playing era coincided with a transitional time in baseball, as teams began to embrace more specialized roles and the game was evolving in terms of player fitness and strategy. While his career statistics may not reflect overwhelming success, his time in the major leagues during the mid-1980s placed him among the ranks of players who contributed to the rich tapestry of the sport. His journey through the league serves as a reminder of the many players who have graced the diamond, each with their unique stories and contributions to baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | 53 | 9 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0.189 | 0.254 | 0.321 | 0.575 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | SEA | AL | 36 | 22 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.227 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | CHW | AL | 8 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | CHW | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | CLE | AL | 18 | 25 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.160 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 29 | 3 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | SEA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | SEA | OF | 24 | 3 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1983 | CHA | OF | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | CLE | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | CLE | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 3 |
| Center Field | 4 |
| Right Field | 22 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga University | Spokane | WA | 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 |