Kit Carson, baseball player, 1934-1935

Kit Carson

Born: 11/15/1912 in Colton, CA, USA

Died: 6/21/1983 in Long Beach, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1934-07-21 | Final Game: 1935-09-29

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Walter Lloyd Carson

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Biography

Kit Carson, born in 1912, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1934 to 1935. Primarily a position player, Carson appeared in 21 games during his time in the league. He showcased a solid batting average of .25, amassing 10 hits, including 2 RBIs, though he did not hit any home runs or steal any bases. His contributions to his teams, while limited in terms of overall statistics, reflected the challenges many players faced during the era, marked by the Great Depression and shifting dynamics in the game. Carson's playing career unfolded during a period when baseball was grappling with the aftermath of the deadball era, transitioning towards a game that would soon embrace more power hitting and strategic play. Despite his limited appearances, Carson's role as a player during these formative years of modern baseball provides a glimpse into the experiences of athletes navigating a rapidly evolving sport. His legacy, while not defined by extensive statistics, is a testament to the countless players who contributed to the fabric of baseball history in the early 20th century.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
21 40 5 10 4 1 0 2 0 4 9 0.250 0.318 0.400 0.718 0.0

Career AVG .250 vs. league average .279 across their career seasons — 10.4% below league average.

Career OBP .318 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — 6.8% below league average.

Career SLG .400 vs. league average .396 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.718 vs. league average 0.738 across their career seasons — near 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
1934 CLE AL 5 18 4 5 2 1 0 1 0 2 3 0.278 — — — — 0.0
1935 CLE AL 16 22 1 5 2 0 0 1 0 2 6 0.227 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 8 0 9 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1934 CLE OF 4 0 2 0 0 0
1935 CLE OF 4 0 7 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Right Field 8