Dell Alston

Born: 9/22/1952 in Valhalla, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1977-05-17 | Final Game: 1980-10-04

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Wendell Alston

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Biography

Dell Alston, born in 1952, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1977 to 1980. Primarily serving as a position player, Alston appeared in 189 games throughout his career, showcasing his skills as a versatile athlete during an era characterized by increasing competitiveness and athleticism in the game. Known for his speed on the bases, he successfully stole 20 bases, establishing himself as a threat to opposing defenses. With a career batting average of .238, Alston recorded 79 hits, including 3 home runs and 35 RBIs. His contributions to his teams reflected the gritty, determined playing style that was emblematic of the late 1970s and early 1980s, a time when baseball was evolving with a blend of power hitting and speed. While his statistics may not place him among the game's elite, Alston's presence in the sport during this transformative period contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history. He retired from professional play on October 4, 1980, leaving behind a legacy as a determined competitor in the ever-evolving landscape of Major League Baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
189	332	48	79	7	4	3	35	20	28	44	0.238	0.297	0.310	0.607	-928.2

Career AVG .238 vs. league average .263 across their career seasons — 9.5% below league average.

Career OBP .297 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 9.2% below league average.

Career SLG .310 vs. league average .391 across their career seasons — 20.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.607 vs. league average 0.719 across their career seasons — 15.5% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1977	NYY	AL	22	40	10	13	4	0	1	4	3	3	4	0.325	—	—	—	—	0.0
1978	NYY	AL	3	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1978	OAK	AL	58	173	17	36	2	0	1	10	11	10	21	0.208	.257 (-19%)	.323 (-23%)	.378 (-37%)	.702 (-31%)	0.0
1979	CLE	AL	54	62	10	18	0	2	1	12	4	10	10	0.290	.265 (+9%)	.329 (+16%)	.397 (+1%)	.727 (+8%)	113.4
1980	CLE	AL	52	54	11	12	1	2	0	9	2	5	7	0.222	.264 (-16%)	.326 (-8%)	.387 (-19%)	.714 (-14%)	-139.7