Chuck Kress, baseball player, 1947-1954

Chuck Kress

Born: 12/9/1921 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Died: 3/4/2014 in Colville, WA, USA

MLB Debut: 1947-04-16 | Final Game: 1954-07-08

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Charles Steven Kress

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Biography

Chuck Kress was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1947 to 1954. Born in 1921, Kress emerged during a transitional period in Major League Baseball, shortly after World War II, when many veterans returned to the game, reshaping lineups and competitive dynamics. He played primarily as a position player and appeared in 175 games throughout his career. Kress recorded a batting average of .249, compiling 116 hits, including 1 home run and driving in 52 runs. His ability to contribute with 6 stolen bases showcased his versatility and speed on the basepaths. Kress's career unfolded in an era marked by significant changes in the game, including the integration of players from diverse backgrounds and the evolving strategies of the post-war era. Although he may not have been a household name, his contributions as a reliable role player were vital to the teams he played for. Kress retired on July 8, 1954, leaving a legacy as a steadfast competitor who navigated the challenges of his time in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
175 466 57 116 20 7 1 52 6 49 59 0.249 0.320 0.328 0.649 -108.3

Career AVG .249 vs. league average .263 across their career seasons — 5.3% below league average.

Career OBP .320 vs. league average .340 across their career seasons — 5.7% below league average.

Career SLG .328 vs. league average .387 across their career seasons — 15.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.649 vs. league average 0.727 across their career seasons — 10.8% 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
1947 CIN NL 11 27 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 6 4 0.148 — — — — 0.0
1949 CIN NL 27 29 3 6 3 0 0 3 0 3 5 0.207 — — — — 0.0
1949 CHW AL 97 353 45 98 17 6 1 44 6 39 44 0.278 .262 (+6%) .343 (+2%) .384 (-4%) .727 (-1%) 0.0
1950 CHW AL 3 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1954 DET AL 24 37 4 7 0 1 0 3 0 1 4 0.189 — — — — 0.0
1954 BRO NL 13 12 1 1 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0.083 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 129 5 1114 83 12 121
OF 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1947 CIN 1B 8 0 52 7 1 5
1949 CIN 1B 16 0 72 4 2 6
1949 CHA 1B 95 0 907 66 6 103
1950 CHA 1B 2 0 19 1 0 2
1954 DET 1B 7 5 63 5 2 4
1954 DET OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
1954 BRO 1B 1 0 1 0 1 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 129
Right Field 1