Charlie Berry, baseball player, 1925-1938

Charlie Berry

Born: 10/18/1902 in Phillipsburg, NJ, USA

Died: 9/6/1972 in Evanston, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1925-06-15 | Final Game: 1938-09-08

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Charles Francis Berry

Biography

Charlie Berry, born in 1902, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball whose career spanned from 1925 to 1938. He played a total of 709 games, during which he made a significant impact with his offensive contributions. Berry recorded 539 hits and achieved a batting average of .267, showcasing his ability to make contact and drive the ball. He hit 23 home runs and tallied 256 runs batted in (RBIs) over the course of his career, underscoring his role as a reliable middle-of-the-order hitter. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the base paths, accumulating 13 stolen bases. Berry's playing style embodied the characteristics of the era, as he navigated the transition from the livelier offensive climate of the 1920s to the more competitive landscapes of the 1930s. His contributions to his teams were not only measured by his individual statistics but also by his ability to perform in crucial moments of the game. As a player who enjoyed a decade-long career, Berry left a lasting legacy in the annals of baseball history, contributing to the rich tapestry of the sport during a time of evolving strategies and growing fan engagement.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
709 2018 196 539 88 29 23 256 13 160 196 0.267 0.322 0.374 0.696 -2105.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 657 0 2047 406 44 48

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 656

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Lafayette College Easton PA 1922, 1923, 1924, 1925