Don Taussig
Born: 2/19/1932 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1958-04-23 | Final Game: 1962-08-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Donald Franklin Taussig
Biography
Don Taussig was a professional baseball player born in 1932, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1958 to 1962. Primarily a position player, Taussig played a total of 153 games during his career. He showcased his skills at the plate with a batting average of .262, accumulating 69 hits, including 4 home runs and 30 runs batted in (RBIs). Known for his speed, he also recorded 2 stolen bases, demonstrating his ability to contribute to his team's offensive efforts both through power and agility.
Taussig's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was evolving in the late 1950s and early 1960s. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for were notable. His role as a reliable player in the lineup reflected the competitive nature of the era, marked by a blend of emerging talent and established stars. After his retirement from the game on August 11, 1962, Taussig left behind a legacy as a dedicated competitor who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 153 | 263 | 38 | 69 | 14 | 5 | 4 | 30 | 2 | 21 | 53 | 0.262 | 0.314 | 0.399 | 0.713 | -48.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | SFG | NL | 39 | 50 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0.200 | -249.5 |
| 1961 | STL | NL | 98 | 188 | 27 | 54 | 14 | 5 | 2 | 25 | 2 | 16 | 34 | 0.287 | 200.8 |
| 1962 | HOU | NL | 16 | 25 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 127 | 60 | 161 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | SFN | OF | 36 | 10 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1961 | SLN | OF | 87 | 47 | 123 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| 1962 | HOU | OF | 4 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 77 |
| Center Field | 23 |
| Right Field | 40 |