Dick Such
Born: 10/15/1944 in Sanford, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1970-04-06 | Final Game: 1970-07-17
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Richard Stanley Such
Biography
Dick Such, born in 1944, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1970 to 1970. As a right-handed thrower, Such made his mark during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, where the game was evolving from the tail end of the deadball era into a more power-centric style of play. Although his time in the major leagues was brief, his contributions on the mound were notable in their own right.
Throughout his career, Such recorded a win-loss record of 1-5 and finished with an earned run average (ERA) of 7.56. He struck out 41 batters over the course of his appearances, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters despite facing difficulties in securing victories. Though he did not record any saves, Such's role as a pitcher during this era reflected the struggles many players faced in carving out a lasting legacy in a rapidly changing sport. His journey in baseball serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who have contributed to the rich tapestry of the game, even if their careers were not extensively highlighted in the annals of history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 21 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 | 48 | 42 | 8 | 45 | 41 | 7.56 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | WS2 | AL | 1 | 5 | 21 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 | 48 | 42 | 45 | 41 | 7.56 | -2617.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.231 | 0.286 | 0.308 | 0.593 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | WS2 | AL | 22 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 21 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | WS2 | P | 21 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 21 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elon University | Elon | NC | 1964, 1965 |