Dave Criscione, baseball player, 1977-1977

Dave Criscione

Born: 9/2/1951 in Dunkirk, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1977-07-17 | Final Game: 1977-07-31

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: David Gerald Criscione

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Biography

Dave Criscione, born in 1951, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball. Criscione made his debut on July 17, 1977, and played until July 31 of the same year, appearing in a total of seven games. His performance at the plate was impressive for a player with such limited appearances; he recorded three hits, including one home run, and finished with a batting average of .333. He also contributed one run batted in during his time in the majors, showcasing a flash of potential that resonated with fans and scouts alike. Although Criscione's career was short-lived, his time in the league occurred in an era characterized by the transition to more power-oriented playstyles. His lone home run stood out in an age where the game began to see an increase in offensive production and player specialization. While his major league tenure was limited, Criscione's brief foray into baseball history serves as a reminder of the many players who contribute to the rich tapestry of the sport, even if only for a fleeting moment.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
7 9 1 3 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 0.333 0.333 0.667 1.000 0.0

Career AVG .333 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — +26.2% above league average.

Career OBP .333 vs. league average .329 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .667 vs. league average .401 across their career seasons — +66.2% above league average.

Career OPS 1.000 vs. league average 0.730 across their career seasons — +36.9% above 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 BAL AL 7 9 1 3 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 0.333 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 7 2 13 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1977 BAL C 7 2 13 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 7