Rick Sweet
Born: 9/7/1952 in Longview, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1978-04-08 | Final Game: 1983-10-02
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Ricky Joe Sweet
Biography
Rick Sweet, born in 1952, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1978 to 1983. Primarily known as a position player, Sweet showcased his skills in the Major Leagues over a total of 272 games. He accumulated 172 hits, with a batting average of .234. Throughout his career, he hit 6 home runs and drove in 57 runs, while also demonstrating speed on the bases with 6 stolen bases.
Playing during a transitional period in baseball, Sweet's career unfolded in the late 1970s and early 1980s, an era marked by the emergence of power hitters and a growing emphasis on offensive production. While he may not have been a standout star, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected the grit and determination that characterized many players of his time. Sweet's dedication to the game and his ability to adapt to various roles on the field cemented his place in baseball history as a reliable player during a dynamic era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 272 | 736 | 62 | 172 | 23 | 1 | 6 | 57 | 6 | 60 | 73 | 0.234 | 0.292 | 0.292 | 0.584 | -2291.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | SDP | NL | 88 | 226 | 15 | 50 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 27 | 22 | 0.221 | -655.5 |
| 1982 | NYN | NL | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | SEA | AL | 88 | 258 | 29 | 66 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 24 | 3 | 20 | 24 | 0.256 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | SEA | AL | 93 | 249 | 18 | 55 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 22 | 2 | 13 | 26 | 0.221 | -1202.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 244 | 193 | 1181 | 93 | 15 | 15 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | SDN | C | 76 | 63 | 337 | 33 | 6 | 3 |
| 1982 | SEA | C | 83 | 64 | 431 | 26 | 3 | 6 |
| 1983 | SEA | C | 85 | 66 | 413 | 34 | 6 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 244 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga University | Spokane | WA | 1973, 1974, 1975 |