Don Hendrickson

Born: 7/14/1913 in Kewanna, IN, USA

Died: 1/19/1977 in Norfolk, VA, USA

MLB Debut: 1945-07-04 | Final Game: 1946-04-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 204 lbs

Full name: Donald William Hendrickson

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Biography

Don Hendrickson, born in 1913, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1945 to 1946. Making his debut in the post-World War II era, Hendrickson contributed to a period marked by a return to baseball's competitive landscape as veterans returned to the field and new talent emerged. Over his brief career, he compiled a record of 4 wins and 9 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.9. His ability to close games was highlighted by his 5 saves, showcasing his role as a reliable option in the bullpen during his time. Hendrickson's career unfolded during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, where the game was rapidly evolving and players were adapting to new strategies and styles of play. Although his time in the league was short, his contributions as a pitcher remain a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history. With a total of 16 strikeouts, he demonstrated his capability on the mound, even as he faced the challenges of pitching in a league that was undergoing significant changes. Despite his limited time in the spotlight, Don Hendrickson's legacy endures among baseball enthusiasts, reflecting the passion and determination of players from that era.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
4	9	39	2	1	0	5	75.3	78	41	8	41	16	4.90	0

Career ERA 4.90 vs. league average 3.63 across their career seasons — 35.0% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1945	BSN	NL	4	8	37	2	1	0	5	73.3	74	40	39	14	4.91	3.67 (-34%)	-3209.0
1946	BSN	NL	0	1	2	0	0	0	0	2.0	4	1	2	2	4.50	—	0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
39	19	1	3	0	0	0	0	0	1	6	0.158	0.200	0.158	0.358	0.0

Career AVG .158 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 39.0% below league average.

Career OBP .200 vs. league average .329 across their career seasons — 39.2% below league average.

Career SLG .158 vs. league average .357 across their career seasons — 55.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.358 vs. league average 0.686 across their career seasons — 47.8% 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
1945	BSN	NL	37	18	1	3	0	0	0	0	0	1	6	0.167	—	—	—	—	0.0
1946	BSN	NL	2	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	39	0	1	14	2	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1945	BSN	P	37	0	1	14	2	1
1946	BSN	P	2	0	0	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	39