Don Secrist
Born: 2/26/1944 in Seattle, WA, USA
Died: 1/30/2025 in Centralia, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-04-11 | Final Game: 1970-06-27
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Donald Laverne Secrist
Biography
Don Secrist, born in 1944, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1969 to 1970. Primarily a position player, Secrist's career spanned a brief period, during which he played in 28 games. He finished his career with a batting average of 0.143, recording 1 hit without any home runs or runs batted in, and he did not steal any bases.
Secrist's time in the major leagues coincided with a transformative era in baseball, as the sport was evolving with the introduction of more specialized roles and the integration of diverse talents. Although his statistical contributions were modest, his presence on the field reflects the competitive spirit and dedication of players who aspired to achieve greatness during a dynamic period in baseball history. Secrist's legacy, while not marked by prolific numbers, serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who pursued their dreams in the world of professional baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 54.7 | 54 | 36 | 9 | 26 | 32 | 5.93 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | CHW | AL | 0 | 1 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40.0 | 35 | 27 | 14 | 23 | 6.08 | - |
| 1970 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.7 | 19 | 9 | 12 | 9 | 5.52 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.143 | 0.250 | 0.143 | 0.393 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | CHW | AL | 19 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | CHW | AL | 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 | 28 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | CHA | P | 19 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1970 | CHA | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 28 |