Lefty Atkinson

Born: 6/4/1904 in Chicago, IL, USA

Died: 2/12/1961 in Chicago, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1927-08-05 | Final Game: 1927-08-05

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'6" | Weight: 149 lbs

Full name: Hubert Burley Atkinson

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Biography

Lefty Atkinson was a professional baseball player born in 1904, who played during the early days of the game when the sport was beginning to evolve in the wake of the deadball era. Atkinson's career was brief, spanning a single game on August 5, 1927, where he made his mark in the annals of baseball history despite not recording any hits, runs, or RBIs. His sole appearance in Major League Baseball showcased the challenges faced by players during that time, as competition was fierce and opportunities were limited. Although Atkinson's statistics reflect a minimal impact on the field—he finished with a batting average of 0.0 and no stolen bases—his legacy lies in being part of a rich tapestry of baseball history. Players like Atkinson contributed to the game's development and the stories that shaped baseball's evolution throughout the 20th century. His brief stint serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to greatness in a sport that has continually captured the hearts of fans across generations.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	BA	OBP	SLG	OPS
5.0	4.0	2.0	2.0	2.0	0	0	0	1.0	1.0	1.0	0.500	0.600	1.000	1.600

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Season	PA	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	SB	BA	OBP	SLG	OPS
1934	5.0	4.0	2.0	2.0	2.0	0	0	0	1.0	1.0	1.0	0.500	0.600	1.000	1.600

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
1	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .282 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .344 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .392 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.737 across their career seasons — 100.0% 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
1927	WSN	AL	1	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games