Dave Schneck
Born: 6/18/1949 in Allentown, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-07-14 | Final Game: 1974-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: David Lee Schneck
Biography
Dave Schneck was a professional baseball player born in 1949, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1972 until 1974. Over the course of his brief career, Schneck appeared in 143 games, showcasing his skills primarily with the New York Mets. Known for his versatility on the field, he contributed as an outfielder and corner infielder during an era marked by the transition away from the deadball era and into a more offensive-minded game.
Schneck finished his career with a batting average of .199, accumulating 82 hits, 8 home runs, and 35 runs batted in, along with 4 stolen bases. While his offensive numbers may not stand out historically, his role in the Mets' organization during the early 1970s coincided with a transformative period for the team, as they began to build toward future success. Although he did not achieve the same level of recognition as some of his contemporaries, Schneck’s contributions to the game reflect the dedication and spirit of players who laid the groundwork in the evolving landscape of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 143 | 413 | 32 | 82 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 35 | 4 | 27 | 73 | 0.199 | 0.251 | 0.310 | 0.560 | -1178.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | NYN | NL | 37 | 123 | 7 | 23 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 26 | 0.187 | -294.1 |
| 1973 | NYN | NL | 13 | 36 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.194 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | NYN | NL | 93 | 254 | 23 | 52 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 25 | 4 | 16 | 43 | 0.205 | -884.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 129 | 106 | 270 | 8 | 6 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | NYN | OF | 33 | 30 | 63 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1973 | NYN | OF | 12 | 12 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | NYN | OF | 84 | 64 | 179 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 25 |
| Center Field | 88 |
| Right Field | 26 |