Earle Brucker, baseball player, 1937-1943

Earle Brucker

Born: 5/6/1901 in Albany, NY, USA

Died: 5/8/1981 in San Diego, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1937-04-19 | Final Game: 1943-05-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Earle Francis Brucker

Biography

Earle Brucker, born in 1901, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1937 until his retirement in 1943. As a position player, Brucker showcased his skills over the course of 241 games, where he accumulated 205 hits, 12 home runs, and 105 RBIs. With a batting average of .29, he established himself as a competent hitter during a time when the game was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era into a more power-oriented style of play. Brucker's contributions to his teams were notable not only for his offensive statistics but also for his versatility on the field. His two stolen bases indicated a measure of speed and strategic thinking, complementing his overall offensive prowess. While his career was relatively brief, lasting just over six seasons, Brucker left an indelible mark on the game, reflecting the grit and determination characteristic of players from his era. His journey through the league during a time of significant change in baseball history continues to resonate with fans and historians alike.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
2.0 2.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.0 0 .000 .000 .000 .000

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
241 707 87 205 53 8 12 105 2 97 65 0.290 0.376 0.438 0.815 1431.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 0 0 0 0
C 196 0 708 95 16 20

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 196
First Base 1

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1938 Most Valuable Player AL 24th 5.0 336 0