Dusty Coleman, baseball player, 2015-2017

Dusty Coleman

Born: 4/20/1987 in Sioux Falls, SD, USA

MLB Debut: 2015-07-03 | Final Game: 2017-08-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Dustin Michael Coleman

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Biography

Dusty Coleman, born in 1987, was a professional baseball player who made his mark as a position player in Major League Baseball between 2015 and 2017. He played a total of 31 games during his career, where he recorded 15 hits, including 4 home runs and 9 RBIs. With a batting average of .211, Coleman showcased moments of power and potential, contributing to his teams during a time when offensive production was particularly valued in the evolving landscape of baseball. Coleman's playing style was characterized by his versatility, allowing him to adapt to various positions on the field. Although his major league tenure was brief, he demonstrated the grit and determination typical of many players seeking to establish themselves in the competitive environment of the MLB. As a player who emerged in the 2010s, Coleman experienced the changing dynamics of the game, including the increased emphasis on analytics and power-hitting, which influenced how players approached their roles on the field. After his retirement, Coleman remained a part of baseball culture, representing the journey of countless athletes who strive to make their mark in America's pastime.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
31 71 6 15 3 0 4 9 1 2 36 0.211 0.250 0.423 0.673 -68.2

Career AVG .211 vs. league average .255 across their career seasons — 17.1% below league average.

Career OBP .250 vs. league average .321 across their career seasons — 22.0% below league average.

Career SLG .423 vs. league average .415 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.673 vs. league average 0.736 across their career seasons — 8.6% 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
2015 KCR AL 4 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.000 — — — — 0.0
2017 SDP NL 27 66 6 15 3 0 4 9 1 2 33 0.227 .254 (-11%) .324 (-18%) .425 (+7%) .750 (-4%) -68.2

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 2 1 1 2 0 0
SS 27 19 28 67 4 16

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2015 KCA 3B 2 1 1 2 0 0
2017 SDN SS 27 19 28 67 4 16

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 2
Shortstop 27