Don Plarski

Born: 11/9/1929 in Chicago, IL, USA

Died: 12/29/1981 in St. Louis, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1955-07-20 | Final Game: 1955-08-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'6" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Donald Joseph Plarski

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Biography

Don Plarski was a professional baseball player who made a brief but noteworthy appearance in Major League Baseball during the summer of 1955. Born in 1929, Plarski played primarily as a position player and had a short career that spanned from July 20 to August 2 of the same year. During his time in the majors, he participated in 8 games, where he recorded 1 hit in 11 at-bats, resulting in a batting average of .091. While his offensive contributions were minimal, he did manage to steal 1 base, showcasing a glimpse of his speed on the basepaths. Plarski's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, a time when the sport was beginning to see the integration of players and the evolution of playing styles. Though his tenure in the big leagues was fleeting, Plarski remains part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the aspirations of many players who sought to make their mark in the game. His journey reflects the challenges and opportunities faced by athletes in the mid-20th century, making him a notable figure for baseball enthusiasts and historians alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
8	11	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	2	0.091	0.091	0.091	0.182	0.0

Career AVG .091 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 64.8% below league average.

Career OBP .091 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — 72.6% below league average.

Career SLG .091 vs. league average .394 across their career seasons — 76.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.182 vs. league average 0.726 across their career seasons — 75.0% 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
1955	KC1	AL	8	11	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	2	0.091	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	6	3	7	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1955	KC1	OF	6	3	7	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Center Field	6