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Dwight Evans Biography
Dwight Evans is one of the most popular and richest Baseball Player who was born on November 3, 1951 in Santa Monica, California, United States. Known as “Dewey,” he was a sparkling defensive right fielder who won eight Gold Glove Awards during his 20-year career, spent mostly with the Boston Red Sox.
He played in the outfield for the Boston Red Sox in the 1970s and 1980s with Hall of Fame slugger Jim Rice.
Evans was drafted in the fifth round of the 1969 MLB draft by the Red Sox, with the 107th overall pick, and then played in Boston’s minor league system from 1969 through 1972. He played for the Florida Instructional League Red Sox (1969), short season Class A Jamestown Falcons (1969), Single-A Greenville Red Sox (1970), Single-A Winston-Salem Red Sox (1971), and Triple-A Louisville Colonels (1972).
Evans was born in Santa Monica, California. He played Pony League and Colt League baseball in Northridge, California, with Doug DeCinces. Dwight attended Granada Hills High School in the tenth grade, but was not happy with the poor treatment he received from the baseball coaches. He then transferred to Chatsworth High School, from which he graduated in 1969.
He had two sons, Timothy and Justin, with his wife Susan.
| Name | Dwight Evans |
| First Name | Dwight |
| Last Name | Evans |
| Occupation | Baseball Player |
| Birthday | November 3 |
| Birth Year | 1951 |
| Place of Birth | Santa Monica |
| Home Town | California |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Scorpio |
| Full/Birth Name | |
| Father | Not Available |
| Mother | Not Available |
| Siblings | Not Available |
| Spouse | Susan Severson |
| Children(s) | Kirstin Evans, Justin Evans, Timothy Evans |
Ethnicity, religion & political views
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Evans made his major league debut with the Red Sox on September 16, 1972, during a Red Sox 10–0 win over the Cleveland Indians. Evans appeared in a total of 18 games late in the season, batting 15-for-57 (.263) with one home run and six RBIs. Early in his major league career, Evans was primarily a defensive standout (he would win eight Gold Glove Awards) with a modest bat. In the second half of his career, he became a powerful hitter, twice winning a Silver Slugger Award. Originally, Evans was assigned the uniform number 40, but quietly he wanted to wear number 24, the number of his idol Willie Mays. In 1973, the Sox gave him number 24, the number he wore for the rest of his career.
Dwight Evans Net Worth
Dwight Evans is one of the richest Baseball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Dwight Evans's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He played youth baseball in California with future MLB second baseman Doug DeCinces.
He hit more home runs in the American League during the 1980s than any other player.
Dwight Michael “Dewey” Evans (born November 3, 1951) is an American former professional baseball right fielder and right-handed batter who played with the Boston Red Sox (1972–90) and Baltimore Orioles (1991) in Major League Baseball (MLB). He was a three-time All-Star, won eight Gold Glove Awards, and won two Silver Slugger Awards. Evans played the second-most career games for the Red Sox of any player, surpassed only by Carl Yastrzemski.
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Salary | Under Review |
| Source of Income | Baseball Player |
| Cars | Not Available |
| House | Living in own house. |
Evans was the Red Sox regular right fielder starting in 1973, a role he would have until 1987. In 1973 he batted .223 with 10 home runs and 32 RBIs, and in 1974 he batted .281 with 10 home runs and 70 RBIs. In 1975, the Red Sox won the AL East and then swept the Oakland Athletics in the 1975 ALCS. Evans batted 1-for-10 against Oakland, being held to a double in the first game. In the 1975 World Series against the Cincinnati Reds, Evans batted 7-for-24 (.292) with a home run and five RBIs. In the historic sixth game, with the score tied 6–6 in the 11th inning, Evans made a spectacular catch of a drive hit by Reds second baseman Joe Morgan; Evans then threw to first base to complete an inning-ending double play. Carlton Fisk hit his famous walk-off home run in the 12th inning to win the game for the Red Sox, 7–6, forcing a seventh game, which was won the next day by the Reds.
From 1976 through 1980, Evans batted an overall .260 with 94 home runs and 279 RBIs; he was limited to 73 games in 1977 by a knee injury; in each of the other years he appeared in at least 146 games. He was named an All-Star in 1978; he would be an All-Star twice more during his career. In 1981, despite the strike-shortened season, Evans had his best all-around year. He paced the league in total bases (215), OPS (.937), walks (85), times on base (208), and tied Eddie Murray, Tony Armas and Bobby Grich for the home run title with 22. He also ranked second in runs scored (84) and on-base percentage (.415), and third in slugging percentage (.522). He added a .296 batting average with 71 RBIs, was an All-Star for the second time, and received his first Silver Slugger Award.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
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| Height | Unknown |
| Weight | Not Known |
| Body Measurements | Under Review |
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Evans acquired the nickname “Dewey” while playing for Winston-Salem in 1971. It was coined by manager Don Lock who had already called Don Newhauser “Newie” and another teammate “Louie.” In 1972, with Louisville, Evans was named MVP of the International League.
In 1987, at age 35, Evans recorded career highs in batting average (.305), home runs (34) and RBIs (123). He was named an All-Star for the third time of his career, won his second Silver Slugger Award, and finished fourth in MVP voting. Defensively, he started 77 games at first base, 71 games in right field, and four games as designated hitter (DH). In 1988, he batted .293 with 21 home runs and 111 RBIs, while starting 78 games in right field, 61 games at first base, and 6 games as DH. In 1989, he started 76 games in right field and 69 games at DH, while batting .285 with 20 home runs and 100 RBIs. In his final season with Boston, 1990, he started 121 games, all as DH, and batted .249 with 13 home runs and 63 RBIs. After the season ended, Evans was released by the Red Sox.
Who is Dwight Evans Dating?
According to our records, Dwight Evans married to Susan Severson. As of December 1, 2023, Dwight Evans’s is not dating anyone.
Relationships Record: We have no records of past relationships for Dwight Evans. You may help us to build the dating records for Dwight Evans!From 1982 through 1985, Evans batted an overall .274 with 115 home runs and 338 RBIs; in both 1982 and 1984 he played in every Red Sox game. On June 28, 1984, he hit for the cycle, in a 9–6 extra-innings win over the Seattle Mariners. In 1986, Evans hit a home run on opening day, April 7, on the first pitch of the MLB season, as Boston and the Detroit Tigers were playing the first game that day. His home run eclipsed the mark held by the Chicago Cubs’ Bump Wills, who hit the second pitch for a home run on April 5, 1982. Evans hit a home run on opening day four times during his career. The Red Sox went on to win the AL East, and defeated the California Angels in seven games in the 1986 ALCS; Evans batted 6-for-28 (.214) with a home run and four RBIs. Boston then lost the 1986 World Series to the New York Mets in seven games; Evans batted 8-for-26 (.308) with two home runs and nine RBIs.
Facts & Trivia
Dwight Ranked on the list of most popular Baseball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Dwight Evans celebrates birthday on November 3 of every year.
Evans signed a one-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles on December 6, 1990. He batted .270 with six homers and 38 RBIs in 101 games in his only season with the Orioles. Based on his uncertain medical status, Evans was released by the Orioles in spring training on March 15, 1992.
Is Dwight Evans married?
Personal life. Evans and his wife, Susan, have three children; Timothy, Kirstin, and Justin.
Why is Dwight Evans not in the Hall of Fame?
However, when it came time for him to be on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot, Evans fell off of the ballot after three years since he did not garner five percent of the vote in the third year. The most votes he ever received was in 1998, when he got 10.4 percent.
How many Gold Gloves did Dwight Evans win?
Evans collected eight Gold Glove Awards in that span (a Red Sox record), playing in one of the toughest right fields in baseball. He also lead the league in walks three times (1981, 1985, 1987), won two Silver Slugger Awards, and was a three-time All-Star (1978, 1981, 1987).
Is Dwight Evans a Democrat or Republican?
Democratic Party
How much is a Dwight Evans baseball card worth?
| 1975 Topps Minis #255 Dwight Evans | $0.41 |
| 1976 O-Pee-Chee #575 Dwight Evans | $4.06 |
| 1976 Hostess #87 Dwight Evans | $2.53 |
| 1976 Linnett Superstars #104 Dwight Evans | $3.53 |
