Irv Bartling, baseball player, 1938-1938

Irv Bartling

Born: 6/27/1914 in Bay City, MI, USA

Died: 6/12/1973 in Westland, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 1938-09-08 | Final Game: 1938-09-29

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Henry Irving Bartling

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Biography

Irv Bartling, born in 1914, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the late 1930s. He played as a position player primarily for a brief stint in Major League Baseball, appearing in 14 games from September 8 to September 29, 1938. Bartling recorded 8 hits during his time in the league, contributing 5 runs batted in, though he did not hit any home runs and finished with a batting average of .174. His career was characterized by a solid work ethic and a determination to compete at the highest level, even if his time on the field was limited. Bartling’s career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, just before the onset of World War II, which would soon impact many players and the sport itself. Although he did not achieve long-lasting fame or substantial statistics, his participation in Major League Baseball reflects the opportunities that existed for many players during that era. Despite a brief career, Bartling's story contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the diverse paths athletes have taken in pursuit of their dreams on the diamond.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
14 46 5 8 1 1 0 5 0 3 7 0.174 0.224 0.239 0.464 0.0

Career AVG .174 vs. league average .273 across their career seasons — 36.3% below league average.

Career OBP .224 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — 34.3% below league average.

Career SLG .239 vs. league average .393 across their career seasons — 39.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.464 vs. league average 0.734 across their career seasons — 36.9% 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
1938 PHA AL 14 46 5 8 1 1 0 5 0 3 7 0.174 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 13 0 29 35 6 8

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1938 PHA 3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
1938 PHA SS 13 0 29 35 6 8

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 1
Shortstop 13

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Michigan State University East Lansing MI 1934, 1935, 1936