Don Richmond
Born: 10/27/1919 in Gillett, PA, USA
Died: 5/24/1981 in Elmira, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1941-09-16 | Final Game: 1951-05-13
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Donald Lester Richmond
Biography
Don Richmond was a professional baseball player born in 1919, who played primarily as a position player during his career from 1941 to 1951. He made a mark in the major leagues, participating in 56 games and compiling a batting average of .211. Over the course of his career, Richmond recorded 32 hits, including 2 home runs, and he drove in 22 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively to his team. While he had a modest career, his contributions were significant during a time when baseball was emerging from the effects of World War II, providing fans with a sense of normalcy and excitement.
Richmond's playing style was characterized by a strong work ethic and determination, traits that were emblematic of the era. Although he only managed to steal one base, his overall performance reflected the competitive spirit of the time, as many players were vying for recognition in a league that was beginning to see the integration of talent and the evolution of playing styles. Despite his limited statistics, Don Richmond's time in the major leagues during the early years of the post-war era remains a testament to his resilience and passion for the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 | 152 | 11 | 32 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 22 | 1 | 6 | 17 | 0.211 | 0.241 | 0.316 | 0.556 | -42.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | PHA | AL | 9 | 35 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1946 | PHA | AL | 16 | 62 | 3 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0.290 | -42.3 |
| 1947 | PHA | AL | 19 | 21 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
| 1951 | STL | NL | 12 | 34 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.088 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 3B | 40 | 0 | 39 | 73 | 5 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | PHA | 3B | 9 | 0 | 6 | 16 | 1 | 3 |
| 1946 | PHA | 3B | 16 | 0 | 19 | 28 | 3 | 1 |
| 1947 | PHA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1947 | PHA | 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1951 | SLN | 3B | 11 | 0 | 14 | 28 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 40 |