Dustin Richardson
Born: 1/9/1984 in Newton, KS, USA
MLB Debut: 2009-09-28 | Final Game: 2010-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Dustin A. Richardson
Biography
Dustin Richardson, born in 1984, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2009 to 2010. Over the course of his brief career, he appeared in 29 games. Unfortunately, Richardson struggled to make an impact at the plate, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0, having recorded no hits, home runs, or RBIs. His time in the majors was limited, and he did not contribute statistically in terms of offensive production, which can be particularly challenging for players in a league that often emphasizes hitting prowess.
Richardson's career spanned a transitional period in baseball, where teams increasingly prioritized analytics and offensive output. Despite not achieving personal milestones during his time in MLB, he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless athletes who strive to make an impact at the highest level of the sport. His journey serves as a reminder of the competitive nature of professional baseball and the myriad of challenges that can affect a player's career trajectory.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.3 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 15 | 12 | 3.31 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | BOS | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | 0 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 15 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 4.15 | -852.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | BOS | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | 26 | 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 | 29 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | BOS | P | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | BOS | P | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 29 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Tech University | Lubbock | TX | 2005, 2006 |