Chris Kitsos
Born: 2/11/1928 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 6/7/2004 in Mobile, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-04-21 | Final Game: 1954-04-21
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Christopher Anestos Kitsos
Biography
Chris Kitsos, born in 1928, was a professional baseball player who made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball on April 21, 1954. His career, while notably short, placed him in the context of the early 1950s, a time when baseball was transitioning from the post-war years into a new era of talent and competition. Kitsos served primarily as a position player, but he played in only one game, during which he did not record any hits, home runs, or RBIs, resulting in a batting average of .0.
Despite his limited playing time, Kitsos' involvement in the major leagues highlights the challenging nature of securing a spot in a roster during a competitive period in baseball history. Players like Kitsos often faced immense pressure as they vied for positions against established stars and emerging talent. His single game in the majors, while not statistically impactful, serves as a reminder of the many athletes who aspired to greatness in baseball but had fleeting opportunities on the grand stage.
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | CHN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 1 |