Charlie Mead

Born: 4/9/1921 in Vermilion, AB, CAN

Died: 5/8/2014 in Victorville, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1943-08-28 | Final Game: 1945-09-30

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Charles Richard Mead

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Biography

Charlie Mead was a professional baseball player born in 1921, who played in Major League Baseball from 1943 to 1945. During his brief career, Mead served primarily as a position player, making a notable impact over the course of 87 games. He recorded a total of 64 hits, including 3 home runs and 27 runs batted in, while maintaining a batting average of .245. Known for his versatility on the field, Mead also contributed with 3 stolen bases, showcasing his speed and agility during a time when the game was beginning to evolve with more emphasis on athleticism. Mead's career unfolded during the World War II era, a period that saw many professional players enlist in the military, leading to a unique and challenging environment in Major League Baseball. Despite the difficulties of playing amidst the war, Mead's contributions to his teams reflected the spirit and resilience of the era. After retiring from professional baseball on September 30, 1945, Mead left behind a legacy as a dedicated player who navigated the challenges of his time while making a mark in the league.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
87	261	18	64	8	1	3	27	3	20	24	0.245	0.299	0.318	0.617	-444.1

Career AVG .245 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 5.5% below league average.

Career OBP .299 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 8.4% below league average.

Career SLG .318 vs. league average .353 across their career seasons — 9.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.617 vs. league average 0.679 across their career seasons — 9.2% 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
1943	NY1	NL	37	146	9	40	6	1	1	13	3	10	15	0.274	.255 (+7%)	.324 (-1%)	.346 (+1%)	.671 (avg)	-24.4
1944	NY1	NL	39	78	5	14	1	0	1	8	0	5	7	0.179	.261 (-31%)	.325 (-30%)	.357 (-35%)	.683 (-33%)	-419.7
1945	NY1	NL	11	37	4	10	1	0	1	6	0	5	2	0.270	—	—	—	—	0.0