Mance Smith

Born: 1917

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Monroe Smith

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Biography

Mance Smith, born in 1917, is an active position player known for his contributions on the field during a unique era of baseball. As he continues to play, Smith has participated in 36 games, where he has recorded 22 hits and driven in 8 runs, showcasing his ability to make contact and contribute to his team's offensive efforts. With a batting average of 0.191, Smith exemplifies the challenges faced by players in a highly competitive environment, where consistency and performance are paramount. Though he has yet to hit a home run in his career, Smith's versatility is highlighted by his ability to steal bases, as evidenced by his single stolen base. His ongoing career reflects the evolving nature of baseball, as he navigates the sport's shifting dynamics and continues to strive for improvement. As a player active in the current era, Smith represents the dedication and resilience that characterizes athletes in the modern game, contributing to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
36	115	13	22	1	1	0	8	1	9	0	0.191	0.256	0.217	0.473	-562.8

Career AVG .191 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 26.8% below league average.

Career OBP .256 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — 21.4% below league average.

Career SLG .217 vs. league average .358 across their career seasons — 39.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.473 vs. league average 0.683 across their career seasons — 30.7% 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
1944	KCM	NAL	36	115	13	22	1	1	0	8	1	9	0	0.191	.261 (-27%)	.325 (-21%)	.357 (-39%)	.683 (-31%)	-562.8

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	36	34	62	3	2	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1944	KCM	OF	36	34	62	3	2	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Left Field	10
Center Field	25
Right Field	1