Red Tramback

Born: 10/1/1915 in Iselin, PA, USA

Died: 12/28/1979 in Albany, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1940-09-15 | Final Game: 1940-09-16

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Stephen Joseph Tramback

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Biography

Red Tramback was a professional baseball player born in 1915, who made a brief but notable appearance in Major League Baseball in 1940. His career spanned from September 15 to September 16 of that year, during which he played in just two games as a position player. Despite the limited opportunity, Tramback showcased his skills with a batting average of .25, collecting one hit in four at-bats. He also demonstrated some speed on the bases, successfully stealing one base during his brief stint in the majors. Tramback's time in the MLB occurred during a transformative era in baseball, as the game was starting to evolve with the advent of more specialized roles and the increasing importance of power hitting. Although his major league career was short-lived, Tramback's presence as a player contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, reflecting the experiences of many athletes who sought to make their mark in a competitive landscape. His story serves as a reminder of the myriad players who have participated in the sport, each contributing to its legacy in unique ways.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
2	4	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	1	1	0.250	0.400	0.250	0.650	0.0

Career AVG .250 vs. league average .267 across their career seasons — 6.4% below league average.

Career OBP .400 vs. league average .335 across their career seasons — +19.3% above league average.

Career SLG .250 vs. league average .388 across their career seasons — 35.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.650 vs. league average 0.723 across their career seasons — 10.1% 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
1940	NY1	NL	2	4	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	1	1	0.250	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

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

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1940	NY1	OF	1	0	2	0	1	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Right Field	1