Herb Adams
Born: 4/14/1928 in Hollywood, CA, USA
Died: 2/1/2012 in Tulsa, OK, USA
MLB Debut: 1948-09-17 | Final Game: 1950-08-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Herbert Loren Adams
Biography
Herb Adams was a professional baseball player born in 1928, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1948 until his final game on August 30, 1950. During his career, Adams appeared in 95 games, where he established himself as a reliable contributor at the plate with a batting average of .261. Although he did not hit any home runs, he collected 88 hits and drove in 18 runs, showcasing his ability to make contact and contribute to his team's offensive efforts.
Adams was also known for his speed on the bases, finishing his career with 4 stolen bases. His playing career took place in the late 1940s and early 1950s, a time when baseball was transitioning from the post-war era and beginning to see the integration of players from diverse backgrounds. While he may not have achieved the legendary status of some of his contemporaries, Adams's contributions to the teams he played for reflect the hard work and dedication of many players during this transformative period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95 | 337 | 39 | 88 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 18 | 4 | 22 | 24 | 0.261 | 0.310 | 0.320 | 0.631 | -874.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | CHW | AL | 5 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
| 1949 | CHW | AL | 56 | 208 | 26 | 61 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 9 | 16 | 0.293 | -345.2 |
| 1950 | CHW | AL | 34 | 118 | 12 | 24 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 12 | 7 | 0.203 | -529.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 85 | 0 | 212 | 7 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | CHA | OF | 4 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1949 | CHA | OF | 48 | 0 | 112 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1950 | CHA | OF | 33 | 0 | 90 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 14 |
| Center Field | 68 |
| Right Field | 3 |