Babe Barna

Born: 3/2/1915 in Clarksburg, WV, USA

Died: 5/18/1972 in Charleston, WV, USA

MLB Debut: 1937-06-16 | Final Game: 1943-07-28

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Herbert Paul Barna

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Biography

Babe Barna, born in 1915, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1937 until 1943. Primarily playing as a position player, Barna's career spanned several pivotal years leading up to and during World War II, a time when many athletes enlisted and the talent pool in the league was notably affected. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 207 games, compiling a total of 154 hits, 12 home runs, and 96 RBIs, with a batting average of .232. His ability to contribute both at the plate and on the base paths was evidenced by his 9 stolen bases. Barna's playing style reflected the evolving nature of baseball during the late 1930s and early 1940s. While he may not have been among the most celebrated stars of his era, his versatility and dedication to the game allowed him to carve out a respectable career amidst the challenges of the time. Despite not being known for a high batting average, his contributions were significant in a league characterized by fierce competition and a shift in player demographics due to the war. Barna's legacy remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the spirit and tenacity of players during a transformative period in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
207	664	88	154	22	9	12	96	9	76	98	0.232	0.311	0.346	0.657	-200.3

Career AVG .232 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — 12.2% below league average.

Career OBP .311 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 6.7% below league average.

Career SLG .346 vs. league average .372 across their career seasons — 6.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.657 vs. league average 0.705 across their career seasons — 6.8% 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
1937	PHA	AL	14	36	10	14	2	0	2	9	1	2	6	0.389	—	—	—	—	0.0
1938	PHA	AL	9	30	4	4	0	0	0	2	0	3	5	0.133	—	—	—	—	0.0
1941	NY1	NL	10	42	5	9	3	0	1	5	0	2	6	0.214	—	—	—	—	0.0
1942	NY1	NL	104	331	39	85	8	7	6	58	3	38	48	0.257	.253 (+1%)	.323 (+3%)	.349 (+8%)	.672 (+6%)	327.9
1943	NY1	NL	40	113	11	23	5	1	1	12	3	16	9	0.204	.255 (-20%)	.324 (-7%)	.346 (-16%)	.671 (-11%)	-192.5
1943	BOS	AL	30	112	19	19	4	1	2	10	2	15	24	0.170	.255 (-34%)	.324 (-18%)	.346 (-20%)	.671 (-19%)	-192.5