Dave Schuler
Born: 10/4/1953 in Framingham, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1979-09-17 | Final Game: 1985-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: David Paul Schuler
Biography
Dave Schuler, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues during a brief career that spanned from 1979 to 1985. Primarily known as a position player, Schuler appeared in 18 games over his time in the league. Despite the limited opportunities, his journey through professional baseball reflects the challenges many players faced during a competitive era, where breaking into the majors often required exceptional talent and perseverance.
Throughout his career, Schuler did not record any hits, home runs, or runs batted in, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. His tenure in the Major Leagues was characterized by the struggle to establish a foothold on the roster amidst a landscape bustling with emerging talent. While his statistics may not convey a traditional legacy, Schuler's experience in the majors highlights the resilience and dedication often required of players vying for a spot in professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.0 | 34 | 15 | 8 | 5 | 17 | 5.40 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10.80 | - |
| 1980 | LAA | AL | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.7 | 13 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 3.55 | - |
| 1985 | ATL | NL | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.7 | 19 | 8 | 3 | 10 | 6.75 | -704.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | LAA | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | LAA | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | ATL | NL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 18 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | CAL | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | CAL | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | ATL | P | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 18 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of New Haven | West Haven | CT | 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975 |