Lou Berberet
Born: 11/20/1929 in Long Beach, CA, USA
Died: 4/6/2004 in Las Vegas, NV, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-09-17 | Final Game: 1960-09-25
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Louis Joseph Berberet
Biography
Lou Berberet was a professional baseball player born in 1929, whose career spanned from 1954 to 1960. Primarily known as a position player, Berberet played a total of 448 games in Major League Baseball, compiling 281 hits over his career. He demonstrated power at the plate, hitting 31 home runs, and contributed 153 runs batted in, which showcased his ability to drive in runs during crucial moments. Despite a batting average of .230, Berberet was known for his determination and work ethic, traits that resonated with fans and teammates alike.
Berberet's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the emergence of new talent and shifting playing styles. He was part of an era that saw the game evolve, with an increase in power hitting and a greater emphasis on offensive production. Though he recorded only two stolen bases, his contributions as a solid player were significant for the teams he represented. After retiring from baseball on September 25, 1960, Lou Berberet left behind a legacy as a committed competitor in the ever-changing landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 448 | 1224 | 118 | 281 | 34 | 10 | 31 | 153 | 2 | 200 | 195 | 0.230 | 0.337 | 0.350 | 0.687 | -611.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | NYY | AL | 5 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | NYY | AL | 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | WSN | AL | 95 | 207 | 25 | 54 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 27 | 0 | 46 | 33 | 0.261 | 506.3 |
| 1957 | WSN | AL | 99 | 264 | 24 | 69 | 11 | 2 | 7 | 36 | 0 | 41 | 38 | 0.261 | 376.8 |
| 1958 | BOS | AL | 57 | 167 | 11 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 18 | 0 | 31 | 32 | 0.210 | -199.0 |
| 1958 | WSN | AL | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0.167 | -199.0 |
| 1959 | DET | AL | 100 | 338 | 38 | 73 | 8 | 2 | 13 | 44 | 0 | 35 | 59 | 0.216 | -665.1 |
| 1960 | DET | AL | 85 | 232 | 18 | 45 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 23 | 2 | 41 | 31 | 0.194 | -630.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 367 | 334 | 1786 | 172 | 15 | 25 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | NYA | C | 3 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | NYA | C | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | WS1 | C | 59 | 54 | 266 | 28 | 1 | 6 |
| 1957 | WS1 | C | 77 | 71 | 349 | 48 | 0 | 8 |
| 1958 | BOS | C | 49 | 46 | 234 | 18 | 4 | 2 |
| 1958 | WS1 | C | 2 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1959 | DET | C | 95 | 91 | 511 | 39 | 6 | 4 |
| 1960 | DET | C | 81 | 68 | 396 | 36 | 3 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 367 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara University | Santa Clara | CA | 1949 |