Dick Rusteck
Born: 7/12/1941 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1966-06-10 | Final Game: 1966-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Richard Frank Rusteck
Biography
Dick Rusteck was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1941, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the 1966 season. Rusteck's career spanned from June 10 to October 2 of that year, a brief but notable time in the sport's history, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively driven game. Throughout his short stint in the majors, he compiled a record of 1-2, showcasing his potential as a reliable arm on the mound.
With an earned run average (ERA) of 3.0, Rusteck demonstrated a commendable ability to limit scoring opportunities for opposing teams. Over the course of his career, he struck out 9 batters, indicating his capacity to overpower hitters when needed. Despite not recording any saves, Rusteck’s contributions as a pitcher reflected the competitive spirit and dedication of players during a time when the game was evolving rapidly. His time in the major leagues may have been brief, but it remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 24.0 | 24 | 8 | 1 | 8 | 9 | 3.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | NYN | NL | 1 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 24.0 | 24 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 3.00 | 105.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | NYN | NL | 8 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | NYN | P | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 8 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | South Bend | IN | 1961, 1962, 1963 |