Pete Susko, baseball player, 1934-1934

Pete Susko

Born: 7/2/1904 in Laura, OH, USA

Died: 5/22/1978 in Jacksonville, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1934-08-01 | Final Game: 1934-09-30

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 172 lbs

Full name: Peter John Susko

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Biography

Pete Susko, born in 1904, was a professional baseball player who made his mark during a brief but notable career in the major leagues from 1934 to 1934. Primarily positioned as a player, Susko's tenure in the sport spanned just two months, yet he left a lasting impression on the game. Over the course of 58 games, he recorded 64 hits, showcasing a solid batting average of .286. His offensive contributions included 2 home runs and 25 RBIs, along with 3 stolen bases, illustrating his versatility and ability to contribute in various facets of the game. Susko played during a transformative period in baseball, just prior to the onset of World War II, when the sport was evolving in terms of player dynamics and the integration of talent. Despite the brevity of his career, he demonstrated the skill and resilience characteristic of players from that era. His performance remains a testament to the competitive nature of the game during the mid-1930s, and he is remembered for his contributions to the teams he played for, enriching 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
58 224 25 64 5 3 2 25 3 18 10 0.286 0.342 0.362 0.703 -145.2

Career AVG .286 vs. league average .278 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .342 vs. league average .340 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .362 vs. league average .393 across their career seasons — 8.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.703 vs. league average 0.733 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
1934 WSN AL 58 224 25 64 5 3 2 25 3 18 10 0.286 .278 (+3%) .340 (avg) .392 (-8%) .733 (-4%) -145.2

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 58 0 608 40 8 58

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1934 WS1 1B 58 0 608 40 8 58

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 58