Dave Sells
Born: 9/18/1946 in Vacaville, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-08-02 | Final Game: 1975-09-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: David Wayne Sells
Biography
Dave Sells, born in 1946, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1972 to 1975. Known for his solid pitching style and competitive spirit, Sells made a notable impact during his tenure in Major League Baseball. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 11 wins and 7 losses, along with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.9. His ability to close out games was evident in his tally of 12 saves, showcasing his reliability in high-pressure situations.
Sells played in an era defined by the transition from the deadball era to a more power-oriented game. His contributions on the mound included a total of 49 strikeouts, reflecting his capacity to challenge batters and keep offenses at bay. While his career was relatively brief, Sells left a lasting impression on his teams and fans, exemplifying the dedication and skill that characterized pitchers of his time.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 7 | 90 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 138.3 | 146 | 60 | 10 | 67 | 49 | 3.90 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | LAA | AL | 2 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.0 | 11 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 2.81 | - |
| 1973 | LAA | AL | 7 | 2 | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 68.0 | 72 | 28 | 35 | 25 | 3.71 | - |
| 1974 | LAA | AL | 2 | 3 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 39.0 | 48 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 3.69 | - |
| 1975 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.3 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8.64 | - |
| 1975 | LAD | NL | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3.86 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 2.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | LAA | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | LAA | AL | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | LAA | AL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | LAA | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | LAD | NL | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 90 | 0 | 6 | 28 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | CAL | P | 10 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | CAL | P | 51 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
| 1974 | CAL | P | 20 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1975 | CAL | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | LAN | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 90 |