Clyde Nelson

Born: 9/1/1921 in Bradenton, FL, USA

Died: 7/26/1949 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

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

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Biography

Clyde Nelson, born in 1921, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility as a position player. Throughout his career, he has appeared in 116 games, where he has recorded 102 hits, 4 home runs, and driven in 55 runs, boasting a batting average of .252. His speed on the bases is evidenced by his 3 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to contribute not just with his bat but also with his agility. Nelson's performance on the field has earned him recognition, highlighted by his selection as an All-Star, a testament to his skill and impact during his playing years. Playing during a dynamic era of baseball, Nelson continues to make his mark in the game, bringing a blend of experience and competitive spirit. His contributions reflect the evolution of the modern game, where players are often expected to excel in multiple facets, from hitting to base running. As he remains active, Nelson's ongoing career symbolizes the dedication and resilience found in the sport, inspiring both teammates and fans alike as he navigates the challenges of today's competitive landscape.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
116	404	55	102	17	4	4	55	3	34	2	0.252	0.317	0.344	0.661	-123.4

Career AVG .252 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .317 vs. league average .331 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .344 vs. league average .362 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.661 vs. league average 0.693 across their career seasons — near 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	CC	NAL	13	42	4	8	0	1	0	2	0	3	0	0.190	—	—	—	—	0.0
1944	CAG	NAL	22	77	5	18	2	2	0	7	1	4	1	0.234	.261 (-11%)	.325 (-17%)	.357 (-13%)	.683 (-15%)	-200.5
1945	CAG	NAL	27	94	20	23	4	0	1	18	0	13	0	0.245	.260 (-6%)	.328 (+4%)	.354 (-10%)	.683 (-3%)	-11.3
1946	CAG	NAL	19	72	8	26	5	0	2	11	0	6	1	0.361	.256 (+41%)	.328 (+25%)	.358 (+43%)	.687 (+34%)	383.9
1947	CBE	NAL	20	74	7	17	3	1	0	10	2	2	0	0.230	.262 (-12%)	.336 (-20%)	.376 (-21%)	.712 (-21%)	-263.7
1948	CBE	NAL	15	45	11	10	3	0	1	7	0	6	0	0.222	—	—	—	—	-31.8

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	AVG
1	3	1	1	1	0	0	1	0	0	0.333

Playoff Batting by Year

Year	Round	Team	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	AVG
1947	NWS	CBE	1	3	1	1	1	0	0	1	0	0	0.333

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1B	14	13	119	4	4	6
2B	6	5	13	9	3	1
3B	65	62	68	105	16	6
OF	27	26	35	0	3	0
SS	2	2	3	7	2	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1943	CC	1B	1	1	8	0	0	0
1943	CC	2B	1	0	0	0	0	0
1943	CC	3B	2	1	1	3	0	0
1943	CC	OF	7	7	9	0	1	0
1943	CC	SS	2	2	3	7	2	0
1944	CAG	1B	11	11	90	3	2	5
1944	CAG	3B	11	10	11	16	2	0
1945	CAG	1B	1	1	10	0	1	0
1945	CAG	3B	22	22	20	33	6	5
1945	CAG	OF	4	4	7	0	0	0
1946	CAG	3B	19	19	28	38	6	1
1947	CBE	3B	5	5	4	8	0	0
1947	CBE	OF	16	15	19	0	2	0
1948	CBE	1B	1	0	11	1	1	1
1948	CBE	2B	5	5	13	9	3	1
1948	CBE	3B	6	5	4	7	2	0