Fred Richards, baseball player, 1951-1951

Fred Richards

Born: 11/3/1927 in Warren, OH, USA

Died: 3/18/2016 in Warren, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1951-09-15 | Final Game: 1951-09-30

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

Full name: Frederick Charles Richards

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Biography

Fred Richards was a professional baseball player known for his brief yet impactful career as a position player in Major League Baseball. Born in 1927, Richards made his mark in the league during the 1951 season. Over the course of his career, he played in 10 games, showcasing his skill by recording 8 hits and achieving a commendable batting average of .296. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed 4 runs batted in (RBIs) during his time on the field, illustrating his ability to drive in teammates and make valuable contributions despite limited playing time. Richards' playing career, which spanned from September 15 to September 30, 1951, took place during a dynamic era in baseball, characterized by the post-war shift towards a more competitive and diversified league. While his tenure in the majors was short, he left an impression as a capable hitter, demonstrating a solid offensive performance that hinted at potential had circumstances allowed for a longer career. His story reflects the journeys of many players of the time who faced challenges in securing long-lasting positions in the league.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
10 27 1 8 2 0 0 4 0 2 3 0.296 0.345 0.370 0.715 0.0

Career AVG .296 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — +13.6% above league average.

Career OBP .345 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .370 vs. league average .386 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.715 vs. league average 0.722 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
1951 CHC NL 10 27 1 8 2 0 0 4 0 2 3 0.296 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 9 0 62 8 0 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1951 CHN 1B 9 0 62 8 0 3

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 9