Joseph Dale Lansford (born January 15, 1961) is an American former professional baseball player. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a first basemen for the San Diego Padres in 1978 and 1979. He also played nine seasons in the minor league baseball from 1979 to 1987. He is the younger brother of former major league player Carney Lansford. Lansford was selected 14th overall in the 1979 amateur draft. He made his first Major League appearance on July 31, 1982.