DeWayne Vaughn
Born: 7/22/1959 in Oklahoma City, OK, USA
MLB Debut: 1988-04-17 | Final Game: 1988-07-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: DeWayne Mathew Vaughn
Biography
DeWayne Vaughn, born in 1959, was a professional baseball player who had a brief stint in Major League Baseball (MLB) during the 1988 season. Vaughn's career spanned from April 17 to July 4 of that year, during which he played in a total of 8 games. Despite the short duration of his MLB career, he was part of an era characterized by a growing emphasis on power hitting and offensive production, which made his challenges at the plate all the more pronounced.
In his time in the major leagues, Vaughn struggled to find his footing, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0, as he did not record a hit, home run, or run batted in. His performance highlights the competitive nature of professional baseball and the difficulties many players face when transitioning to the highest level of the sport. Although his statistics may not reflect significant success, Vaughn's journey through baseball serves as a reminder of the numerous athletes who aspire to make an impact in the game, even if their time in the spotlight is fleeting.
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | TEX | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 8 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma | Norman | OK | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 |