Gus Zernial

Born: 6/27/1923 in Beaumont, TX, USA

Died: 1/20/2011 in Fresno, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1949-04-19 | Final Game: 1959-09-25

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Gus Edward Zernial

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Biography

Gus Zernial was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1949 to 1959. Born in 1923, Zernial made a name for himself as a powerful slugger during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented style of play. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 1,234 games, accumulating 1,093 hits, 237 home runs, and 776 RBIs, which showcased his ability to drive in runs in crucial situations. His batting average of .265 reflected his solid hitting skills, while his 15 stolen bases highlighted his versatility on the base paths. Zernial's contributions to the game were recognized with an All-Star selection, marking him as one of the notable players of his time. His power-hitting prowess made him a key asset for the teams he played for, and his legacy continues to resonate among baseball enthusiasts. Zernial's career unfolded during a pivotal time in baseball history, as the sport began to embrace more aggressive offensive strategies, and he played an integral role in this evolution. His impact on the game remains a testament to his talent and dedication as a player.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
1234	4131	572	1093	159	22	237	776	15	383	755	0.265	0.329	0.486	0.815	9481.8

Career AVG .265 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .329 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .486 vs. league average .391 across their career seasons — +24.4% above league average.

Career OPS 0.815 vs. league average 0.723 across their career seasons — +12.7% 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
1949	CHW	AL	73	198	29	63	17	2	5	38	0	15	26	0.318	.262 (+21%)	.343 (+7%)	.384 (+30%)	.727 (+19%)	605.6
1950	CHW	AL	143	543	75	152	16	4	29	93	0	38	110	0.280	.265 (+5%)	.346 (-5%)	.401 (+21%)	.747 (+9%)	820.5
1951	CHW	AL	4	19	2	2	0	0	0	4	0	2	2	0.105	—	—	—	—	0.0
1951	PHA	AL	139	552	90	151	30	5	33	125	2	61	99	0.274	.260 (+5%)	.336 (+4%)	.385 (+36%)	.721 (+21%)	0.0
1952	PHA	AL	145	549	76	144	15	1	29	100	5	70	87	0.262	.252 (+4%)	.326 (+6%)	.369 (+22%)	.696 (+15%)	1619.9
1953	PHA	AL	147	556	85	158	21	3	42	108	4	57	79	0.284	.264 (+8%)	.335 (+6%)	.397 (+41%)	.733 (+25%)	2706.8
1954	PHA	AL	97	336	42	84	8	2	14	62	0	30	60	0.250	.261 (-4%)	.333 (-5%)	.390 (+5%)	.723 (+1%)	1.1
1955	KC1	AL	120	413	62	105	9	3	30	84	1	30	90	0.254	.258 (-2%)	.332 (-8%)	.393 (+29%)	.726 (+12%)	721.9
1956	KC1	AL	109	272	36	61	12	0	16	44	2	33	66	0.224	.258 (-13%)	.331 (-5%)	.397 (+12%)	.728 (+4%)	205.1
1957	KC1	AL	131	437	56	103	20	1	27	69	1	34	84	0.236	.257 (-8%)	.323 (-11%)	.391 (+21%)	.715 (+6%)	364.8
1958	DET	AL	66	124	8	40	7	1	5	23	0	6	25	0.323	.257 (+25%)	.324 (+8%)	.394 (+31%)	.719 (+21%)	408.7
1959	DET	AL	60	132	11	30	4	0	7	26	0	7	27	0.227	.256 (-11%)	.323 (-19%)	.392 (+6%)	.715 (-5%)	-179.8

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1B	35	31	206	11	7	20
OF	1007	393	2081	81	71	14

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1949	CHA	OF	46	0	73	4	0	0
1950	CHA	OF	137	0	306	9	10	2
1951	CHA	OF	4	0	13	1	1	0
1951	PHA	OF	138	0	321	17	9	3
1952	PHA	OF	141	0	302	6	9	0
1953	PHA	OF	141	0	300	17	9	2
1954	PHA	1B	2	0	5	0	0	0
1954	PHA	OF	90	87	180	4	9	1
1955	KC1	OF	103	102	231	9	9	4
1956	KC1	OF	69	69	111	9	2	1
1957	KC1	1B	1	0	4	1	1	0
1957	KC1	OF	113	111	213	4	11	1
1958	DET	OF	24	24	30	1	2	0
1959	DET	1B	32	31	197	10	6	20
1959	DET	OF	1	0	1	0	0	0