Charlie Lindstrom, baseball player, 1958-1958

Charlie Lindstrom

Born: 9/7/1936 in Chicago, IL, USA

Died: 9/29/2021 in Lincoln, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1958-09-28 | Final Game: 1958-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Charles William Lindstrom

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Biography

Charlie Lindstrom, born in 1936, was a professional baseball player who made a brief but memorable appearance in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player and had a career that spanned a single game on September 28, 1958. Despite the limited scope of his career, Lindstrom etched his name into the annals of baseball history by stepping onto the field during a time when the game was transitioning into a new era, marked by the emergence of power hitters and a more dynamic style of play. In his only game, Lindstrom recorded one hit in one at-bat, concluding his career with a batting average of 1.0 and driving in one run, showcasing his ability to make an impact, however fleeting. His performance, albeit brief, reflected the unpredictable nature of baseball careers during the late 1950s, where opportunities were often scarce but occasionally led to unforgettable moments. Lindstrom's singular game remains a testament to the countless players who aspired to contribute at the highest level, embodying the spirit of perseverance that defines the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1 1 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1.000 1.000 3.000 4.000 0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .258 across their career seasons — +287.7% above league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — +207.8% above league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .394 across their career seasons — +661.1% above league average.

Career OPS 4.000 vs. league average 0.719 across their career seasons — +456.3% above 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
1958 CHW AL 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1.000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

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

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1958 CHA C 1 0 2 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 1

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Northwestern University Evanston IL 1956, 1957