Dixie Parker

Born: 4/24/1895 in Forest Home, AL, USA

Died: 5/15/1972 in Tuscaloosa, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 1923-07-28 | Final Game: 1923-10-06

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Douglas Wooley Parker

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Biography

Dixie Parker was a professional baseball player born in 1895, whose career spanned a brief period from July 28 to October 6, 1923. Primarily serving as a position player, Parker's time in Major League Baseball was marked by a limited number of appearances, as he participated in only 4 games. During his tenure, he recorded 1 hit, contributing a batting average of 0.2, alongside 1 run batted in. Despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases, Parker's presence on the field came during a time when the game was evolving rapidly, transitioning from the deadball era to a more dynamic offensive approach. Parker's career, though short, reflects the experiences of many players of the era who navigated the challenges of professional baseball during the early 20th century. While he may not have left a significant statistical legacy, his journey serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to make their mark in the sport. The limited opportunities for players like Parker also highlight the competitive landscape of baseball in the 1920s, a time when many players were vying for recognition in a league that was gradually expanding its reach and popularity.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
4	5	0	1	0	0	0	1	0	0	1	0.200	0.200	0.200	0.400	0.0

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .283 across their career seasons — 29.3% below league average.

Career OBP .200 vs. league average .345 across their career seasons — 42.0% below league average.

Career SLG .200 vs. league average .390 across their career seasons — 48.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.400 vs. league average 0.735 across their career seasons — 45.6% 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
1923	PHI	NL	4	5	0	1	0	0	0	1	0	0	1	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	2	0	1	0	1	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1923	PHI	C	2	0	1	0	1	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	2