Chuck Connors, baseball player, 1949-1951

Chuck Connors

Born: 4/10/1921 in Brooklyn, NY, USA

Died: 11/10/1992 in Los Angeles, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1949-05-01 | Final Game: 1951-09-30

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Kevin Joseph Aloysius Connors

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Biography

Chuck Connors was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 1949 and 1951. Born in 1921, Connors played primarily as a position player and showcased his skills over the course of 67 games. He finished his career with 48 hits, including 2 home runs, and recorded 18 RBIs, achieving a batting average of .238. Known for his athleticism, he also demonstrated speed on the bases, successfully stealing 4 bases during his time in the league. Connors' playing career unfolded in the post-World War II era, a time when baseball was experiencing a resurgence in popularity and the integration of the sport was beginning to take shape. Despite his relatively brief time in the majors, Connors' contributions on the field reflected the competitive spirit and tenacity that characterized baseball during this transformative period. After retiring from professional baseball, Connors went on to become a well-known actor, further cementing his legacy in American culture. His unique journey from the diamond to Hollywood remains a testament to the diverse paths that athletes often take after their sports careers conclude.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
67 202 16 48 5 1 2 18 4 12 25 0.238 0.280 0.302 0.582 -709.8

Career AVG .238 vs. league average .262 across their career seasons — 9.2% below league average.

Career OBP .280 vs. league average .340 across their career seasons — 17.6% below league average.

Career SLG .302 vs. league average .385 across their career seasons — 21.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.582 vs. league average 0.725 across their career seasons — 19.7% 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
1949 BRO NL 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1951 CHC NL 66 201 16 48 5 1 2 18 4 12 25 0.239 .260 (-8%) .336 (-16%) .385 (-21%) .721 (-19%) -709.8

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 57 0 452 33 8 41

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1951 CHN 1B 57 0 452 33 8 41

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 57

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Seton Hall University South Orange NJ 1942