Herb Shaw

Born: 11/15/1918 in North Little Rock, AR, USA

Died: 3/28/1947 in Proviso, IL, USA

Bats: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 192 lbs

Full name: Herbert Shaw

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Biography

Herb Shaw, born in 1918, is an active position player known for his brief yet notable presence in Major League Baseball. With a career that spans into the current era, Shaw has participated in 2 games, showcasing his skills at the highest level of the sport. During this time, he has recorded 1 hit, resulting in a batting average of 0.5, which reflects his potential to make an impact when given the opportunity. Although he has not yet hit any home runs or driven in runs, his continued involvement in professional baseball speaks to his resilience and dedication to the game. Shaw's career unfolds in a modern context where the game has evolved significantly, yet he embodies the spirit of perseverance characteristic of many players who strive to leave their mark. As he continues to play, he demonstrates that each player has the potential to contribute to the fabric of baseball history, regardless of the number of games played. His journey remains a testament to the passion and commitment that define the sport, inspiring both fans and future generations of players.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
2	2	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.500	0.500	0.500	1.000	0.0

Career AVG .500 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — +97.3% above league average.

Career OBP .500 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — +54.7% above league average.

Career SLG .500 vs. league average .350 across their career seasons — +43.0% above league average.

Career OPS 1.000 vs. league average 0.673 across their career seasons — +48.6% above 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
1942	BBB	NAL	2	2	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.500	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
PH	2	1	0	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1942	BBB	PH	2	1	0	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games