Buzz Arlett
Born: 1/3/1899 in Elmhurst, CA, USA
Died: 5/16/1964 in Minneapolis, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1931-04-14 | Final Game: 1931-09-27
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Russell Loris Arlett
Biography
Buzz Arlett was a professional baseball player born in 1899, who made his mark in the sport during the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1931 until his final game on September 27 of the same year, a brief period that nonetheless showcased his considerable talents. Primarily playing as a position player, Arlett appeared in 121 games, where he compiled an impressive batting average of .313. He recorded 131 hits, including 18 home runs, and drove in 72 runs, demonstrating his ability to produce offensively. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases, finishing his career with 3 stolen bases.
Arlett's playing style was characterized by a strong offensive presence, contributing significantly to his team's scoring efforts. His performance during this era of baseball, which was marked by a transition towards increased power hitting, positioned him as a notable player of his time. Although his major league career was relatively short, his statistical achievements reflect a player who knew how to make an impact at the plate. Overall, Buzz Arlett remains a remembered figure in baseball history, representing the talents emerging in the sport during the early 1930s.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25.0 | 22.0 | 7.0 | 10.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 4.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 5.0 | 0 | 0.455 | 0.520 | 1.045 | 1.565 |
Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 7.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | 12.0 | 10.0 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.583 | 1.200 | 1.783 |
| 1933 | 13.0 | 12.0 | 3.0 | 5.0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0.417 | 0.462 | 0.917 | 1.379 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Pitching
| Season | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 7.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 121 | 418 | 65 | 131 | 26 | 7 | 18 | 72 | 3 | 45 | 39 | 0.313 | 0.387 | 0.538 | 0.925 | 2196.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | PHI | NL | 121 | 418 | 65 | 131 | 26 | 7 | 18 | 72 | 3 | 45 | 39 | 0.313 | 2196.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 13 | 0 | 107 | 7 | 3 | 5 |
| OF | 94 | 0 | 196 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | PHI | 1B | 13 | 0 | 107 | 7 | 3 | 5 |
| 1931 | PHI | OF | 94 | 0 | 196 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 13 |
| Right Field | 94 |