Ethan Blackaby
Born: 7/24/1940 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
Died: 1/16/2022 in Phoenix, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1962-09-06 | Final Game: 1964-10-04
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Ethan Allen Blackaby
Biography
Ethan Blackaby, born in 1940, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1962 to October 4, 1964. Primarily playing as a position player, Blackaby had a brief stint in Major League Baseball, participating in a total of 15 games. His time in the league was characterized by limited offensive production, as he recorded 3 hits and finished with a batting average of .12. He also contributed one run batted in (RBI) but did not hit any home runs or steal any bases during his time on the field.
Playing in an era marked by the transition from the deadball period to a more offensive-minded approach in the 1960s, Blackaby's career, though short, reflected the challenges of emerging as a player in a competitive environment. His contributions to the teams he played for may not have been statistically significant, but they nonetheless formed a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history during a time when the sport was evolving. Blackaby's experience serves as a testament to the dedication and perseverance required to reach the Major Leagues, even when the statistics may not fully capture the spirit of a player's journey.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 25 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.120 | 0.185 | 0.160 | 0.345 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | ATL | NL | 6 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | ATL | NL | 9 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 8 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | ML1 | OF | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1964 | ML1 | OF | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 4 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | IL | 1960 |