Joe Kracher

Born: 11/4/1913 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Died: 12/24/1981 in San Angelo, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1939-09-17 | Final Game: 1939-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Joseph Peter Kracher

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Biography

Joe Kracher, born in 1913, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball during the late 1930s. He played as a position player, making his debut on September 17, 1939, and concluded his time in the league just over a week later on September 30, 1939. During this short stint, Kracher appeared in 5 games, recording 1 hit and finishing his career with a batting average of .200. Despite not making a significant impact in terms of statistics—having no home runs, RBIs, or stolen bases—Kracher's participation in the major leagues reflects the era's competitive nature, where many players vied for limited opportunities. Kracher's time in baseball coincided with a challenging period for many aspiring players, as the late 1930s was marked by the Great Depression's lingering effects, which influenced team rosters and finances. While his career may not have been notable in terms of personal achievements or statistics, Kracher’s journey through the ranks of professional baseball serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who pursued their dreams in a highly competitive environment. His legacy is a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, reminding fans of the players who contributed to the sport, even if only for a fleeting moment.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
5	5	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	2	1	0.200	0.429	0.200	0.629	0.0

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .274 across their career seasons — 27.1% below league average.

Career OBP .429 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — +25.3% above league average.

Career SLG .200 vs. league average .393 across their career seasons — 49.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.629 vs. league average 0.735 across their career seasons — 14.5% 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
1939	PHI	NL	5	5	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	2	1	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	2	0	1	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1939	PHI	C	2	0	1	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	2