Gene Sheppard

Born: 3/11/1917 in Sparta, IL, USA

Died: 10/19/2003 in Sparta, IL, USA

Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Eugene Preston Sheppard

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Biography

Gene Sheppard, born in 1917, is an active position player who continues to make his mark in professional baseball. With a career encompassing 7 games, Sheppard has recorded 2 hits, contributing to a batting average of .125. Though he has not yet hit a home run, his efforts have resulted in 2 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs when opportunities arise. Sheppard's current status as an active player reflects his perseverance in the sport, and his contributions, albeit limited in terms of total games played, highlight the competitive nature of baseball. Playing in an era where the dynamics of the game are consistently evolving, Sheppard's experience brings a unique perspective to his team. While he has not yet achieved significant statistical milestones, his presence on the roster speaks to the depth and resilience often seen in baseball. As he continues his career, Sheppard remains a testament to the enduring spirit of the game, where every player, regardless of their stats, can influence the sport's rich history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
7	16	2	2	0	1	0	2	0	1	0	0.125	0.176	0.250	0.426	0.0

Career AVG .125 vs. league average .273 across their career seasons — 54.2% below league average.

Career OBP .176 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — 48.4% below league average.

Career SLG .250 vs. league average .393 across their career seasons — 36.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.426 vs. league average 0.734 across their career seasons — 41.9% 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
1938	AB3	NAL	7	16	2	2	0	1	0	2	0	1	0	0.125	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	6	6	5	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1938	AB3	OF	6	6	5	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Left Field	2
Center Field	4