Dennis Sherrill, baseball player, 1978-1980

Dennis Sherrill

Born: 5/3/1956 in Miami, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1978-09-04 | Final Game: 1980-06-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Dennis Lee Sherrill

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Biography

Dennis Sherrill, born in 1956, was a professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues from 1978 until 1980. Primarily a position player, Sherrill's career spanned a brief period in an era characterized by the burgeoning popularity of the game and the transition towards more power-oriented play. Throughout his time in the league, he appeared in 5 games, where he recorded 1 hit and held a batting average of 0.2. Despite a relatively limited major league career, Sherrill's journey through baseball reflects the challenges faced by many players during the late 1970s, a time when competition for roster spots was fierce and the game was evolving. Though he did not achieve significant statistical milestones, his presence in the MLB adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the diverse paths players take in pursuit of their dreams on the diamond. Sherrill's story serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who have contributed to the sport, often leaving lasting legacies beyond their on-field performance.

Career Batting Statistics

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

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 23.5% below league average.

Career OBP .200 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 38.4% below league average.

Career SLG .200 vs. league average .383 across their career seasons — 47.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.400 vs. league average 0.708 across their career seasons — 43.5% 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
1978 NYY AL 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1980 NYY AL 3 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.250 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 1 1 3 1 0 0
3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 2 0 2 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1978 NYA 3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
1980 NYA 2B 1 1 3 1 0 0
1980 NYA SS 2 0 2 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 1
Third Base 1
Shortstop 2
Designated Hitter 1