Charlie Metro

Born: 4/28/1918 in Nanty Glo, PA, USA

Died: 3/18/2011 in Buckingham, VA, USA

MLB Debut: 1943-05-04 | Final Game: 1945-08-05

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 178 lbs

Full name: Charles Metro

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Biography

Charlie Metro was a professional baseball player born in 1918, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1943 to 1945. Metro's career unfolded during a challenging time for the sport, as World War II had significantly impacted the league, leading to a shortage of players and the emergence of many lesser-known talents. Over the course of his brief career, he appeared in 171 games, during which he recorded 69 hits and hit three home runs, driving in 23 runs with a batting average of .193. Metro was known for his versatility and hustle on the field, characteristics that were valued during an era marked by significant player shortages. While his offensive numbers may not have been standout, his contributions to the teams he played for, including the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Giants, reflected the grit and determination of players who participated during the war years. After his playing career ended on August 5, 1945, Metro remained a part of the baseball community, contributing to the sport in various capacities. His legacy is a testament to the resilience of baseball during a pivotal time in American history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
171	358	42	69	10	2	3	23	3	36	55	0.193	0.266	0.257	0.523	-854.0

Career AVG .193 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 25.7% below league average.

Career OBP .266 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 18.4% below league average.

Career SLG .257 vs. league average .353 across their career seasons — 27.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.523 vs. league average 0.679 across their career seasons — 22.9% 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	DET	AL	44	40	12	8	0	0	0	2	1	3	6	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0
1944	DET	AL	38	78	8	15	0	1	0	5	1	3	10	0.192	.261 (-26%)	.325 (-32%)	.357 (-39%)	.683 (-36%)	-460.5
1944	PHA	AL	24	40	4	4	0	0	0	1	0	7	6	0.100	—	—	—	—	-460.5
1945	PHA	AL	65	200	18	42	10	1	3	15	1	23	33	0.210	.260 (-20%)	.328 (-11%)	.354 (-11%)	.683 (-11%)	-393.5