Charlie Berry
Born: 9/6/1860 in Elizabeth, NJ, USA
Died: 2/16/1940 in Phillipsburg, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1884-04-30 | Final Game: 1884-08-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Charles Joseph Berry
Biography
Charlie Berry was a professional baseball player born in 1860, whose career spanned a brief period from 1884 to 1884. A position player, Berry participated in 43 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He concluded his career with a batting average of .224, accumulating 38 hits, including one home run. Despite not recording any runs batted in or stolen bases, Berry contributed to the early development of the game during a time when baseball was evolving rapidly, transitioning from its early days into a more organized sport.
Berry's playing career occurred during the late 19th century, a pivotal era in baseball history marked by the establishment of the National League and the growing popularity of the game. While his statistical output may not have placed him among the most prominent players of his time, Berry's involvement in Major League Baseball reflects the diversity of talent that characterized the league's formative years. His legacy, though modest, contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the players who laid the groundwork for future generations.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 170 | 21 | 38 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.224 | 0.228 | 0.300 | 0.528 | -72.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | ALT | UA | 7 | 25 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.240 | 0.0 |
| 1884 | CHU | UA | 7 | 27 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1884 | KCU | UA | 29 | 118 | 15 | 29 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.246 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 36 | 0 | 99 | 84 | 27 | 7 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| OF | 8 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | ALT | 2B | 7 | 0 | 16 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| 1884 | CHU | 2B | 7 | 0 | 20 | 20 | 8 | 1 |
| 1884 | KCU | 2B | 22 | 0 | 63 | 55 | 15 | 6 |
| 1884 | KCU | 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1884 | KCU | OF | 8 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 36 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Center Field | 7 |