Danny Schell
Born: 12/26/1927 in Fostoria, MI, USA
Died: 5/11/1972 in Mayville, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-04-13 | Final Game: 1955-04-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Clyde Daniel Schell
Biography
Danny Schell was a professional baseball player born in 1927, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the mid-1950s. His career spanned from 1954 to 1955, during a transitional period in baseball characterized by the integration of players and the growing popularity of the sport across America. As a position player, Schell participated in 94 games, achieving a batting average of .281, which reflected his ability to contribute offensively to his teams. He recorded 77 hits, including 7 home runs, and drove in 33 runs, showcasing his power and consistency at the plate.
Schell's playing style was marked by his solid hitting and fundamental approach to the game. While he did not steal any bases during his career, his contributions as a reliable hitter helped bolster the lineups of the teams he played for. Although his time in the major leagues was relatively brief, Schell's performance remains a testament to the talent that emerged during a dynamic era in baseball's history, one that paved the way for future generations of players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94 | 274 | 25 | 77 | 14 | 3 | 7 | 33 | 0 | 17 | 32 | 0.281 | 0.324 | 0.431 | 0.755 | 176.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PHI | NL | 92 | 272 | 25 | 77 | 14 | 3 | 7 | 33 | 0 | 17 | 31 | 0.283 | 176.4 |
| 1955 | PHI | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 69 | 64 | 143 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PHI | OF | 69 | 64 | 143 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 60 |
| Center Field | 3 |
| Right Field | 6 |