Dick Schofield, baseball player, 1983-1996

Dick Schofield

Born: 11/21/1962 in Springfield, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1983-09-08 | Final Game: 1996-09-29

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Richard Craig Schofield

Biography

Dick Schofield was a versatile position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1983 to 1996. Born in 1962, Schofield made his mark as a reliable infielder known for his defensive skills and speed on the basepaths. Over the course of 1,368 games, he recorded 989 hits, 56 home runs, and 353 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .230. His ability to steal bases was notable, as he successfully swiped 120 throughout his time in the league, showcasing his agility and strategic approach to the game. Schofield played for several teams during his career, including the California Angels, the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the Toronto Blue Jays, among others. As a player who began his career in the early 1980s, he participated in an era of baseball that was marked by a transition towards increased offensive output and the emergence of power hitters. While he may not have been a household name, Schofield's contributions on the field were significant, particularly in terms of his defensive prowess and base-running acumen, which left a lasting impression on the teams he played for. His career serves as a testament to the value of versatility and dedication in professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1368 4299 505 989 137 32 56 353 120 446 684 0.230 0.308 0.316 0.624 -9842.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
7 30 4 9 1 0 1 2 1 5 0.300

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1986 ALCS CAL 7 30 4 9 1 0 1 2 1 5 0.300

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 4 4 5 9 0 1
3B 2 0 0 1 0 0
SS 1348 1286 2140 3873 146 900

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 4
Third Base 2
Shortstop 1348
Designated Hitter 2

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1996 CAL AL $250,000
1995 LAN NL $350,000
1994 TOR AL $640,000
1993 TOR AL $800,000
1992 CAL AL $1,600,000
1991 CAL AL $1,483,334
1990 CAL AL $983,333
1989 CAL AL $908,333
1988 CAL AL $552,222
1987 CAL AL $475,000
1986 CAL AL $210,000
1985 CAL AL $120,000
Total Career Earnings $8,372,222

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1986 Most Valuable Player AL 22th 1.0 392 0