Dwight Siebler
Born: 8/5/1937 in Columbus, NE, USA
Died: 6/16/2021 in Omaha, NE, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-08-26 | Final Game: 1967-04-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 184 lbs
Full name: Dwight Leroy Siebler
Biography
Dwight Siebler was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1963 to 1967. Born in 1937, Siebler made a mark in the Major Leagues during a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more power-oriented game. Over the course of his career, Siebler compiled a record of 4-3, showcasing his ability to contribute effectively on the mound. His earned run average (ERA) of 3.45 reflected his skill in controlling hitters and minimizing runs, while he recorded a total of 71 strikeouts and finished with 1 save in his appearances.
Siebler's pitching style was characterized by a solid command of his pitches, allowing him to navigate the challenges of the game during the mid-1960s. While his playing time was relatively brief, he played an important role in the teams he was part of, demonstrating the depth and talent found in Major League rosters during that era. Though he retired in 1967, his contributions to the game continue to be remembered by baseball historians and fans alike.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 48 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 117.3 | 97 | 45 | 15 | 44 | 71 | 3.45 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | MIN | AL | 2 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 38.7 | 25 | 12 | 12 | 22 | 2.79 | -884.7 |
| 1964 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.0 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 10 | 4.91 | -6.7 |
| 1965 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 11 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 4.20 | -358.0 |
| 1966 | MIN | AL | 2 | 2 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 49.7 | 47 | 19 | 14 | 24 | 3.44 | -682.5 |
| 1967 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | 27 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0.074 | 0.167 | 0.074 | 0.241 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | MIN | AL | 7 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | MIN | AL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1965 | MIN | AL | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | MIN | AL | 23 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | MIN | AL | 2 | 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 | 48 | 8 | 6 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | MIN | P | 7 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1964 | MIN | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1965 | MIN | P | 7 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | MIN | P | 23 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1967 | MIN | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 48 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska at Lincoln | Lincoln | NE | 1957, 1958 |