Rich Barry, baseball player, 1969-1969

Rich Barry

Born: 9/12/1940 in Berkeley, CA, USA

Died: 10/9/2021 in Studio City, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1969-07-04 | Final Game: 1969-08-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Richard Donovan Barry

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Biography

Rich Barry was a professional baseball player born in 1940, whose career spanned a brief but notable period from July 4, 1969, to August 19, 1969. Primarily serving as a position player, Barry played in 20 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He finished his career with a batting average of .188, accumulating 6 hits over the course of the season, without recording any home runs or runs batted in. Despite the limited opportunities, Barry's presence on the field contributed to the dynamic of the teams he played for during a transitional era in baseball. Barry's career unfolded during a time when the game was evolving, with the late 1960s marked by significant shifts in player talent and team strategies. Although he did not achieve substantial statistical milestones, his participation in the major leagues exemplified the dedication and aspirations of many players striving to make their mark in professional baseball. After his brief stint in the majors, Barry's journey continued through various levels of the sport, leaving an indelible mark as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
20 32 4 6 1 0 0 0 0 5 6 0.188 0.316 0.219 0.535 0.0

Career AVG .188 vs. league average .248 across their career seasons — 24.4% below league average.

Career OBP .316 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .219 vs. league average .369 across their career seasons — 40.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.535 vs. league average 0.689 across their career seasons — 22.5% 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
1969 PHI NL 20 32 4 6 1 0 0 0 0 5 6 0.188 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 9 5 15 0 1 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1969 PHI OF 9 5 15 0 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 9