Morrie Aderholt
Born: 9/13/1915 in Mount Olive, NC, USA
Died: 3/18/1955 in Sarasota, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1939-09-13 | Final Game: 1945-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 188 lbs
Full name: Morris Woodrow Aderholt
Biography
Morrie Aderholt was a professional baseball player born in 1915, who made his mark in Major League Baseball as a position player from 1939 to 1945. Over the course of his career, Aderholt participated in 106 games, during which he recorded 70 hits, three home runs, and 32 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .267. Known for his versatility on the field, Aderholt also contributed with his speed, amassing three stolen bases throughout his time in the league.
Playing during a tumultuous period that included World War II, Aderholt's career unfolded against the backdrop of a changing sport, as many players enlisted in the military and the composition of teams shifted dramatically. Despite the challenges of the era, he managed to carve out a respectable career, showcasing solid offensive skills and the tenacity that characterized players of his time. Morrie Aderholt remains a part of baseball history, having left his imprint during a unique chapter of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 106 | 262 | 36 | 70 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 32 | 3 | 19 | 29 | 0.267 | 0.317 | 0.351 | 0.668 | 74.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | WSN | AL | 7 | 25 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1940 | WSN | AL | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1941 | WSN | AL | 11 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1944 | BRO | NL | 17 | 59 | 9 | 16 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0.271 | 26.6 |
| 1945 | BRO | NL | 39 | 60 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0.217 | -283.6 |
| 1945 | BSN | NL | 31 | 102 | 15 | 34 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 0.333 | -283.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 11 | 0 | 31 | 23 | 8 | 5 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| OF | 45 | 0 | 93 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | WS1 | 2B | 7 | 0 | 22 | 19 | 6 | 3 |
| 1940 | WS1 | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1941 | WS1 | 2B | 2 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 1941 | WS1 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1944 | BRO | OF | 13 | 0 | 26 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1945 | BRO | OF | 8 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1945 | BSN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1945 | BSN | OF | 24 | 0 | 60 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 11 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 42 |
| Right Field | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University | Winston-Salem | NC | 1935, 1936, 1937, 1938 |