Eddie Basinski
Born: 11/4/1922 in Buffalo, NY, USA
Died: 1/8/2022 in Gladstone, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 1944-05-20 | Final Game: 1947-07-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 172 lbs
Full name: Edwin Frank Basinski
Biography
Eddie Basinski was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the mid-1940s. Born in 1922, Basinski's career spanned from May 20, 1944, to July 4, 1947. He played as a position player, participating in a total of 203 games across his tenure. Known for his gritty playing style, Basinski accumulated 147 hits and achieved a batting average of .244, along with 4 home runs and 59 RBIs. He also showcased his speed on the base paths with 1 stolen base.
Basinski's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the post-World War II era when many veterans returned to the game, infusing it with renewed talent and competitiveness. While his statistics may not reflect the prolific power of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for remain significant. Basinski's ability to perform consistently in the infield and his dedication to the sport made him a valuable asset during his time in the league, leaving a lasting legacy as a player who navigated the challenges of a rapidly changing baseball landscape.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 203 | 602 | 58 | 147 | 19 | 7 | 4 | 59 | 1 | 35 | 70 | 0.244 | 0.292 | 0.319 | 0.611 | -1343.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | BRO | NL | 39 | 105 | 13 | 27 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 0.257 | -149.1 |
| 1945 | BRO | NL | 108 | 336 | 30 | 88 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 11 | 33 | 0.262 | -773.0 |
| 1947 | PIT | NL | 56 | 161 | 15 | 32 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 17 | 0 | 18 | 27 | 0.199 | -421.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 99 | 0 | 212 | 217 | 15 | 52 |
| SS | 104 | 0 | 167 | 267 | 35 | 59 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | BRO | 2B | 37 | 0 | 85 | 82 | 7 | 15 |
| 1944 | BRO | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1945 | BRO | 2B | 6 | 0 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| 1945 | BRO | SS | 101 | 0 | 166 | 262 | 34 | 59 |
| 1947 | PIT | 2B | 56 | 0 | 116 | 130 | 7 | 34 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 99 |
| Shortstop | 103 |