Lyle Luttrell, baseball player, 1956-1957

Lyle Luttrell

Born: 2/22/1930 in Bloomington, IL, USA

Died: 7/11/1984 in Chattanooga, TN, USA

MLB Debut: 1956-05-15 | Final Game: 1957-05-16

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Lyle Kenneth Luttrell

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Biography

Lyle Luttrell, born in 1930, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief career that spanned from 1956 to 1957. Primarily a position player, Luttrell appeared in 57 games over two seasons, where he showcased his versatility on the field. Known for his speed, he successfully stole 5 bases and contributed to his team's offensive efforts with 32 hits, including 2 home runs and 14 RBIs. Despite finishing his career with a batting average of .192, Luttrell's impact extended beyond mere statistics, as he played during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the evolution of the game and the increasing integration of players. Luttrell's time in the league coincided with the transition from the post-war years into a more competitive era, where power-hitting and speed on the bases became increasingly valued. While his career was relatively short-lived, he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the tenacity and spirit of players striving to make an impact in a rapidly changing sport. His dedication to the game and the challenges he faced as a player during this time are a testament to the resilience of athletes navigating the complexities of professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
57 167 21 32 9 3 2 14 5 11 27 0.192 0.253 0.317 0.570 -467.0

Career AVG .192 vs. league average .258 across their career seasons — 25.7% below league average.

Career OBP .253 vs. league average .328 across their career seasons — 22.9% below league average.

Career SLG .317 vs. league average .394 across their career seasons — 19.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.570 vs. league average 0.722 across their career seasons — 21.0% 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
1956 WSN AL 38 122 17 23 5 3 2 9 5 8 19 0.189 .258 (-27%) .331 (-23%) .397 (-17%) .728 (-20%) -467.0
1957 WSN AL 19 45 4 9 4 0 0 5 0 3 8 0.200 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
SS 54 50 92 128 15 24

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1956 WS1 SS 37 36 69 100 11 19
1957 WS1 SS 17 14 23 28 4 5

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Shortstop 54

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington IL 1948