Jeff Datz, baseball player, 1989-1989

Jeff Datz

Born: 11/28/1959 in Camden, NJ, USA

MLB Debut: 1989-09-05 | Final Game: 1989-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Jeffrey William Datz

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Biography

Jeff Datz was a professional baseball player born in 1959, whose career spanned a brief but memorable period in Major League Baseball during the late 1980s. He played as a position player and made his mark in the league in a limited capacity, appearing in just 7 games over a short stint from September 5 to September 30, 1989. During his time on the field, Datz recorded 2 hits, resulting in a batting average of .200, which reflects the challenges many players faced while trying to establish themselves in a competitive environment. Although he did not achieve significant offensive statistics, including home runs or RBIs, Datz's time in the majors is a reminder of the countless players who have aspired to reach the pinnacle of baseball, even if only for a fleeting moment. His experience highlights the intense competition of the era, where many talented individuals vied for limited roster spots. After his brief career, Datz remained a part of the baseball community, contributing to the sport in various capacities beyond his playing days.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
7 10 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.200 0.333 0.200 0.533 0.0

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — 21.3% below league average.

Career OBP .333 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .200 vs. league average .375 across their career seasons — 46.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.533 vs. league average 0.695 across their career seasons — 23.2% 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
1989 DET AL 7 10 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.200 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 6 1 17 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1989 DET C 6 1 17 1 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 6
Designated Hitter 1

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Rowan University Glassboro NJ 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982