Cliff Aberson
Born: 8/28/1921 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 6/23/1973 in Vallejo, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1947-07-18 | Final Game: 1949-05-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Clifford Alexander Aberson
Biography
Cliff Aberson was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the late 1940s. Born in 1921, Aberson's career spanned from July 18, 1947, to May 9, 1949. He primarily played as a position player, appearing in 63 games over his brief career. Known for his solid hitting, he recorded 45 hits, including 5 home runs, and drove in 26 runs, achieving a batting average of .251. While he did not contribute with stolen bases, his offensive contributions were notable during a time when the game was transitioning away from the post-war era.
Aberson played during a pivotal moment in baseball history, as the sport was beginning to integrate and evolve in the wake of World War II. Although his time in the majors was short, he left his mark with a strong performance that highlighted the potential of players emerging from the war's shadow. His career, while not extensive, is a reminder of the many players who contributed to the game during this transformative period.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | 179 | 25 | 45 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 26 | 0 | 25 | 44 | 0.251 | 0.343 | 0.408 | 0.751 | 361.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | CHC | NL | 47 | 140 | 24 | 39 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 20 | 0 | 20 | 32 | 0.279 | 361.3 |
| 1948 | CHC | NL | 12 | 32 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
| 1949 | CHC | NL | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 49 | 0 | 76 | 8 | 8 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | CHN | OF | 40 | 0 | 62 | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| 1948 | CHN | OF | 8 | 0 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 1949 | CHN | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 47 |
| Right Field | 1 |