Danny Walton
Born: 7/14/1947 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
Died: 8/9/2017 in Morgan, UT, USA
MLB Debut: 1968-04-20 | Final Game: 1980-06-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Daniel James Walton
Biography
Danny Walton, born in 1947, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1968 until 1980. Primarily known as a position player, Walton played in a total of 297 games during his career. He was recognized for his power-hitting ability, finishing with 28 home runs and 107 runs batted in (RBIs). Walton's career batting average stood at .223, and he also contributed with four stolen bases, showcasing his versatility as a player.
Walton played during an era characterized by a transition in baseball, as the sport began to evolve with new strategies and player developments. While he faced challenges at the plate, his ability to hit for power made him a notable presence in the lineups he appeared in. Although his time in the majors was relatively brief, Walton's contributions to the teams he played for, combined with his resilience and determination, helped pave the way for future players navigating the complexities of professional baseball. His career spanned over a decade, during which he participated in the changing landscape of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 297 | 779 | 69 | 174 | 27 | 4 | 28 | 107 | 4 | 88 | 240 | 0.223 | 0.309 | 0.376 | 0.685 | 213.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | HOU | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | SE1 | AL | 23 | 92 | 12 | 20 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 2 | 5 | 26 | 0.217 | -132.6 |
| 1970 | ATL | AL | 117 | 397 | 32 | 102 | 20 | 1 | 17 | 66 | 2 | 51 | 126 | 0.257 | 920.8 |
| 1971 | ATL | AL | 30 | 69 | 5 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 22 | 0.203 | -97.3 |
| 1971 | NYY | AL | 5 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.143 | -97.3 |
| 1973 | MIN | AL | 37 | 96 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 17 | 28 | 0.177 | -134.0 |
| 1975 | MIN | AL | 42 | 63 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 18 | 0.175 | -343.2 |
| 1976 | LAD | NL | 18 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | HOU | NL | 13 | 21 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | TEX | AL | 10 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 12 | 4 | 65 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 178 | 170 | 248 | 4 | 9 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | SE1 | OF | 23 | 23 | 40 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1970 | ML4 | OF | 114 | 109 | 162 | 4 | 6 | 0 |
| 1971 | ML4 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | ML4 | OF | 19 | 18 | 24 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1971 | NYA | OF | 4 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | MIN | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | MIN | OF | 18 | 16 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | MIN | C | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | MIN | 1B | 7 | 1 | 24 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 1977 | HOU | 1B | 5 | 3 | 41 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 2 |
| First Base | 12 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 172 |
| Right Field | 6 |
| Designated Hitter | 21 |