Dave Hudgens, baseball player, 1983-1983

Dave Hudgens

Born: 12/5/1956 in Oroville, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1983-09-04 | Final Game: 1983-10-01

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: David Mark Hudgens

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Biography

Dave Hudgens, born in 1956, was a professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues during the early 1980s. He made his mark as a position player, participating in a total of 6 games. Throughout his brief career, which spanned from September 4, 1983, to October 1, 1983, Hudgens recorded 1 hit, resulting in a batting average of .143. Despite not hitting any home runs or driving in runs, his time in the big leagues is a testament to the challenges and competition faced during an era that was rich in talent and diverse player backgrounds. Hudgens' career, though short-lived, is reflective of the many players who aspired to make their mark in an era transitioning into a more athletic and power-driven game. While he may not have achieved significant statistical acclaim, his journey from aspiring player to Major Leaguer encapsulates the dreams of countless athletes who sought to break into professional baseball. Hudgens remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the perseverance required to reach the pinnacle of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
6 7 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.143 0.143 0.143 0.286 0.0

Career AVG .143 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 45.2% below league average.

Career OBP .143 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 56.0% below league average.

Career SLG .143 vs. league average .389 across their career seasons — 63.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.286 vs. league average 0.714 across their career seasons — 60.0% 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
1983 OAK AL 6 7 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.143 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 3 0 4 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1983 OAK 1B 3 0 4 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 4
Designated Hitter 1

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Arizona State University Tempe AZ 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978