Moe Berg
Born: 3/2/1902 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 5/29/1972 in Belleville, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1923-06-27 | Final Game: 1939-09-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Morris Berg
Biography
Moe Berg was a professional baseball player born in 1902, whose career spanned from 1923 to 1939. Primarily a position player, Berg was known for his keen intellect and versatility on the field. Over the course of 663 games in Major League Baseball, he accumulated 441 hits, 6 home runs, and 206 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .243. His speed on the bases was reflected in his 11 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to contribute to his team's offensive strategies.
Berg played during a transformative era in baseball, witnessing significant changes in the game, including the integration of players and the evolution of playing styles. Beyond his on-field contributions, he is also remembered for his unique background as a educated man, fluent in multiple languages, and a storied post-baseball career that included work as a spy during World War II. His legacy remains a fascinating blend of athletic achievement and intellectual prowess, making him a notable figure in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 663 | 1813 | 150 | 441 | 71 | 6 | 6 | 206 | 11 | 78 | 117 | 0.243 | 0.278 | 0.299 | 0.577 | -7384.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | BRO | NL | 49 | 129 | 9 | 24 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 0.186 | -964.1 |
| 1926 | CHW | AL | 41 | 113 | 4 | 25 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 0.221 | -544.9 |
| 1927 | CHW | AL | 35 | 69 | 4 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0.246 | -240.6 |
| 1928 | CHW | AL | 76 | 224 | 25 | 55 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 2 | 14 | 25 | 0.246 | -688.1 |
| 1929 | CHW | AL | 107 | 352 | 32 | 101 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 47 | 5 | 17 | 16 | 0.287 | -1229.2 |
| 1930 | CHW | AL | 20 | 61 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.115 | -696.3 |
| 1931 | CLE | AL | 10 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 1932 | WSN | AL | 75 | 195 | 16 | 46 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 1 | 8 | 13 | 0.236 | -845.8 |
| 1933 | WSN | AL | 40 | 65 | 8 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0.185 | -250.8 |
| 1934 | CLE | AL | 29 | 97 | 4 | 25 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.258 | -387.2 |
| 1934 | WSN | AL | 33 | 86 | 5 | 21 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0.244 | -387.2 |
| 1935 | BOS | AL | 38 | 98 | 13 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 0.286 | -57.8 |
| 1936 | BOS | AL | 39 | 125 | 9 | 30 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.240 | -608.7 |
| 1937 | BOS | AL | 47 | 141 | 13 | 36 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0.255 | -584.7 |
| 1938 | BOS | AL | 10 | 12 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1939 | BOS | AL | 14 | 33 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2B | 14 | 0 | 5 | 19 | 1 | 2 |
| 3B | 4 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| C | 529 | 0 | 1693 | 306 | 29 | 44 |
| SS | 84 | 0 | 155 | 225 | 36 | 43 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | BRO | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1923 | BRO | SS | 47 | 0 | 86 | 126 | 22 | 20 |
| 1926 | CHA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1926 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1926 | CHA | SS | 31 | 0 | 59 | 86 | 8 | 21 |
| 1927 | CHA | C | 10 | 0 | 23 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1927 | CHA | 2B | 11 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 2 |
| 1927 | CHA | 3B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1927 | CHA | SS | 6 | 0 | 10 | 13 | 6 | 2 |
| 1928 | CHA | C | 73 | 0 | 256 | 52 | 3 | 8 |
| 1929 | CHA | C | 106 | 0 | 290 | 86 | 7 | 12 |
| 1930 | CHA | C | 20 | 0 | 55 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 1931 | CLE | C | 8 | 0 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1932 | WS1 | C | 75 | 0 | 229 | 35 | 0 | 9 |
| 1933 | WS1 | C | 35 | 0 | 76 | 10 | 0 | 3 |
| 1934 | CLE | C | 28 | 0 | 137 | 13 | 3 | 1 |
| 1934 | WS1 | C | 31 | 0 | 77 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1935 | BOS | C | 37 | 0 | 99 | 15 | 1 | 2 |
| 1936 | BOS | C | 39 | 0 | 175 | 29 | 3 | 3 |
| 1937 | BOS | C | 47 | 0 | 208 | 24 | 5 | 2 |
| 1938 | BOS | C | 7 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1938 | BOS | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1939 | BOS | C | 13 | 0 | 45 | 10 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 529 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 14 |
| Third Base | 4 |
| Shortstop | 84 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton University | Princeton | NJ | 1921, 1922, 1923 |