Tom Dodd, baseball player, 1986-1986

Tom Dodd

Born: 8/15/1958 in Portland, OR, USA

MLB Debut: 1986-07-25 | Final Game: 1986-08-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Thomas Marion Dodd

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Biography

Tom Dodd, born in 1958, was a professional baseball player who had a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player from July 25 to August 6 in 1986, appearing in a total of 8 games. Dodd made an impact during his short stint in the league, recording 3 hits, including 1 home run, and driving in 2 runs, which resulted in a batting average of .231. While his major league career was limited, Dodd's presence on the field showcased the potential for players emerging from the ranks of minor league baseball during the mid-1980s, a time when the sport was evolving with a growing emphasis on power hitting and offensive production. Dodd's experience in the major leagues, although fleeting, contributed to the rich tapestry of players who aspired to make their mark during an era characterized by significant changes in the game. While he did not achieve extensive statistics, his journey reflects the challenges and aspirations of many players striving for success at the highest level of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
8 13 1 3 0 0 1 2 0 2 2 0.231 0.375 0.462 0.837 0.0

Career AVG .231 vs. league average .258 across their career seasons — 10.5% below league average.

Career OBP .375 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — +15.1% above league average.

Career SLG .462 vs. league average .395 across their career seasons — +16.8% above league average.

Career OPS 0.837 vs. league average 0.721 across their career seasons — +16.0% 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
1986 BAL AL 8 13 1 3 0 0 1 2 0 2 2 0.231 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1986 BAL 3B 1 0 0 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 1
Designated Hitter 6

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Oregon Eugene OR 1977, 1978, 1979