Cal Abrams
Born: 3/2/1924 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 2/25/1997 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1949-04-19 | Final Game: 1956-05-09
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Calvin Ross Abrams
Biography
Cal Abrams was an American professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1949 to 1956. Born in 1924, Abrams made his Major League Baseball debut after World War II and contributed to the game during a transitional period in baseball history. Over the course of his seven-year career, he appeared in 567 games, amassing 433 hits, including 32 home runs, and driving in 138 runs. His batting average of .269 reflected his ability to make consistent contact at the plate, while he also showcased speed on the bases with 12 stolen bases.
Abrams played for several teams during his career, most notably the Brooklyn Dodgers and the Cincinnati Reds. He was known for his versatility as an outfielder and demonstrated a solid understanding of the game, contributing to his teams both offensively and defensively. As baseball began to evolve in the post-war era, players like Abrams helped pave the way for future generations, balancing the sport's traditional aspects with its growing popularity. His contributions to the game remain a testament to the dedication and talent of players from that era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 567 | 1611 | 257 | 433 | 64 | 19 | 32 | 138 | 12 | 304 | 290 | 0.269 | 0.386 | 0.392 | 0.778 | 3600.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | BRO | NL | 8 | 24 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 1950 | BRO | NL | 38 | 44 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 9 | 13 | 0.205 | -160.4 |
| 1951 | BRO | NL | 67 | 150 | 27 | 42 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 19 | 3 | 36 | 26 | 0.280 | 504.1 |
| 1952 | BRO | NL | 10 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | CIN | NL | 71 | 158 | 23 | 44 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 19 | 25 | 0.278 | 0.0 |
| 1953 | PIT | NL | 119 | 448 | 66 | 128 | 10 | 6 | 15 | 43 | 4 | 58 | 70 | 0.286 | 924.2 |
| 1954 | BAL | AL | 115 | 423 | 67 | 124 | 22 | 7 | 6 | 25 | 1 | 72 | 67 | 0.293 | 1388.3 |
| 1954 | PIT | NL | 17 | 42 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 9 | 0.143 | 1388.3 |
| 1955 | BAL | AL | 118 | 309 | 56 | 75 | 12 | 3 | 6 | 32 | 2 | 89 | 69 | 0.243 | 875.9 |
| 1956 | CHW | AL | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 441 | 208 | 846 | 33 | 21 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | BRO | OF | 7 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1950 | BRO | OF | 15 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1951 | BRO | OF | 34 | 0 | 64 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 1952 | BRO | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1952 | CIN | OF | 46 | 0 | 87 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1953 | PIT | OF | 112 | 0 | 205 | 13 | 6 | 3 |
| 1954 | BAL | OF | 115 | 110 | 248 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
| 1954 | PIT | OF | 13 | 11 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | BAL | 1B | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | BAL | OF | 96 | 87 | 191 | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| 1956 | CHA | OF | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 95 |
| Center Field | 100 |
| Right Field | 271 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 26th | 1.0 | 336 | 0 |