Dick Sharon
Born: 4/15/1950 in San Mateo, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-05-13 | Final Game: 1975-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Richard Louis Sharon
Biography
Dick Sharon was a professional baseball player born in 1950, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1973 until his retirement in 1975. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 242 games, showcasing his abilities primarily as an outfielder. Sharon recorded a total of 102 hits, which included 13 home runs and 46 runs batted in, finishing his career with a batting average of .218. He also demonstrated speed on the basepaths, stealing 6 bases during his time in the league.
Sharon's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the end of the deadball era and the rise of more power-oriented play. Although his numbers may not reflect the same level of success as some of his contemporaries, he contributed to his teams with his versatility and dedication on the field. His journey through the major leagues serves as a reminder of the many players who have shaped the game, even if they did not achieve widespread acclaim. After his retirement on September 28, 1975, Dick Sharon's legacy continued to resonate within the fabric of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 242 | 467 | 46 | 102 | 20 | 0 | 13 | 46 | 6 | 50 | 95 | 0.218 | 0.293 | 0.345 | 0.638 | -752.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | DET | AL | 91 | 178 | 20 | 43 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 16 | 2 | 10 | 31 | 0.242 | -130.0 |
| 1974 | DET | AL | 60 | 129 | 12 | 28 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 14 | 29 | 0.217 | -329.8 |
| 1975 | SDP | NL | 91 | 160 | 14 | 31 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 0 | 26 | 35 | 0.194 | -292.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 204 | 111 | 299 | 9 | 10 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | DET | OF | 91 | 43 | 124 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| 1974 | DET | OF | 56 | 33 | 84 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1975 | SDN | OF | 57 | 35 | 91 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 82 |
| Center Field | 33 |
| Right Field | 98 |