Bubba Floyd

Born: 6/23/1917 in Dallas, TX, USA

Died: 12/15/2000 in Dallas, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1944-06-16 | Final Game: 1944-06-18

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Leslie Roe Floyd

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Biography

Bubba Floyd, born in 1917, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period in the early 1940s. He played as a position player in Major League Baseball from June 16 to June 18, 1944. In his short tenure, Floyd appeared in three games, showcasing a remarkable batting average of .444, with four hits to his credit. Although he did not record any home runs or RBIs, his ability to reach base effectively during this limited stretch highlights his potential as a player during an era marked by the challenges of World War II. Floyd's time in the major leagues came during a transitional phase in baseball history, as many players were called into military service, leading to a unique mix of talent on the field. Despite his brief stint, Bubba Floyd remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the many players who contributed to the game during this tumultuous time. His legacy, while not defined by extensive statistics, serves as a reminder of the diverse paths players took to reach the major leagues.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
3	9	1	4	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.444	0.500	0.556	1.056	0.0

Career AVG .444 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — +70.0% above league average.

Career OBP .500 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — +53.4% above league average.

Career SLG .556 vs. league average .358 across their career seasons — +55.4% above league average.

Career OPS 1.056 vs. league average 0.683 across their career seasons — +54.4% above 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
1944	DET	AL	3	9	1	4	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.444	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
SS	3	0	1	8	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1944	DET	SS	3	0	1	8	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Shortstop	3