Gabby Kemp

Born: 4/9/1919 in Winder, GA, USA

Died: 10/21/1993 in Atlanta, GA, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'5" | Weight: 145 lbs

Full name: James Albert Kemp

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Biography

Gabby Kemp, born in 1919, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility and determination on the field. As a position player, Kemp has made a notable impact in the game, appearing in 54 games throughout his career. With a batting average of 0.245, he has recorded 48 hits, including 2 home runs and driving in 22 runs. His speed and agility are highlighted by his 11 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively. Kemp plays during a dynamic era of baseball, where the game continues to evolve with new strategies and a focus on athleticism. His contributions reflect not only his personal skills but also the broader trends in modern baseball, where speed and agility are increasingly valued. As he continues his playing career, Gabby Kemp remains an influential figure, embodying the spirit of perseverance and the love of the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
54 196 35 48 4 0 2 22 11 21 9 0.245 0.324 0.296 0.620 -493.4

Career AVG .245 vs. league average .269 across their career seasons — 9.0% below league average.

Career OBP .324 vs. league average .338 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .296 vs. league average .387 across their career seasons — 23.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.620 vs. league average 0.725 across their career seasons — 14.4% 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 BCA NAL 25 92 16 17 1 0 1 11 2 6 5 0.185 .272 (-32%) .341 (-31%) .392 (-42%) .734 (-37%) -577.8
1938 JRC NAL 6 25 10 11 1 0 0 2 5 5 1 0.440 — — — — -577.8
1939 IAB NAL 19 64 9 19 2 0 1 8 4 9 3 0.297 .274 (+8%) .342 (+15%) .393 (-5%) .735 (+4%) 84.5
1940 CBR NAL 2 7 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.143 — — — — 0.0
1941 JRC NAL 2 8 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 49 49 97 134 22 19
3B 2 2 4 1 1 0
OF 3 3 4 0 0 0
SS 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1938 BCA 2B 25 25 48 74 14 9
1938 BCA SS 1 0 0 0 0 0
1938 JRC 2B 6 6 13 14 2 3
1939 IAB 2B 17 17 35 43 6 7
1939 IAB 3B 2 2 4 1 1 0
1940 CBR OF 2 2 3 0 0 0
1941 JRC 2B 1 1 1 3 0 0
1941 JRC OF 1 1 1 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 49
Third Base 2
Shortstop 1
Left Field 1
Center Field 2