Stan Cliburn, baseball player, 1980-1980

Stan Cliburn

Born: 12/19/1956 in Jackson, MS, USA

MLB Debut: 1980-05-06 | Final Game: 1980-09-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Stanley Gene Cliburn

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Biography

Stan Cliburn was born in 1956 and played professional baseball primarily as a position player from 1980 to 2005. He competed in Major League Baseball for a brief period, appearing in 54 games. During his time in the majors, Cliburn recorded 10 hits, which included 2 home runs and 6 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .179. Despite the limited statistical output, his presence on the field was marked by the resilience and determination typical of players who navigated the competitive landscape of the early 1980s. Cliburn's career spanned a transformative era in baseball, characterized by a shift towards more power-hitting and strategic play. While he did not achieve lasting fame as a player, his journey through the ranks of professional baseball reflects the experiences of many who fought for a place in the major leagues during a time when the game was evolving. After retiring, Cliburn's legacy continued as he contributed to the sport in other capacities, showcasing his love for baseball long after his playing days concluded.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
54 56 7 10 2 0 2 6 0 3 9 0.179 0.217 0.321 0.538 -263.4

Career AVG .179 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — 32.5% below league average.

Career OBP .217 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — 33.6% below league average.

Career SLG .321 vs. league average .388 across their career seasons — 17.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.538 vs. league average 0.714 across their career seasons — 24.7% 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
1980 LAA AL 54 56 7 10 2 0 2 6 0 3 9 0.179 .264 (-33%) .326 (-34%) .387 (-17%) .714 (-25%) -263.4

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 54 16 127 9 4 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1980 CAL C 54 16 127 9 4 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 54