Odie Davis, baseball player, 1980-1980

Odie Davis

Born: 8/13/1955 in San Antonio, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1980-09-03 | Final Game: 1980-10-05

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 178 lbs

Full name: Odie Ernest Davis

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Biography

Odie Davis was a professional baseball player born in 1955, who played in the Major Leagues for a brief period during the 1980 season. His career spanned from September 3 to October 5, 1980, during which he appeared in 17 games as a position player. Davis recorded a total of 1 hit, contributing to a batting average of .125, with no home runs or RBIs to his name. His playing time in the Major Leagues was limited, but he represented the aspirations of many players seeking to make their mark in the competitive environment of professional baseball. Davis's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by the emergence of new talent and changing playing styles. While he may not have achieved significant individual statistics, his journey reflects the challenges faced by many players striving to succeed at the highest level. His brief tenure in the league serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who have contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if their time in the spotlight was short-lived.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
17 8 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.125 0.125 0.125 0.250 0.0

Career AVG .125 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — 52.8% below league average.

Career OBP .125 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — 61.7% below league average.

Career SLG .125 vs. league average .388 across their career seasons — 67.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.250 vs. league average 0.714 across their career seasons — 65.0% 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 TEX AL 17 8 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.125 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 13 1 7 15 3 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1980 TEX 3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
1980 TEX SS 13 1 7 15 3 3

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 1
Shortstop 13
Designated Hitter 1

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Prairie View A&M University Prairie View TX 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977