Putsy Caballero
Born: 11/5/1927 in New Orleans, LA, USA
Died: 12/8/2016 in New Orleans, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 1944-09-14 | Final Game: 1952-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Ralph Joseph Caballero
Biography
Putsy Caballero was a professional baseball player born in 1927, who played as a position player from 1944 until his retirement on September 27, 1952. Over the course of his career, he participated in 322 games, where he recorded 150 hits, including one home run, and amassed 40 RBIs, resulting in a batting average of .228. Known for his speed on the bases, Caballero also stole 10 bases during his time in the Major Leagues, showcasing his agility and ability to contribute in various facets of the game.
Caballero's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, shortly after World War II when the sport was experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Despite facing fierce competition, he made his mark in the league through versatility and determination. His contributions to his teams were characterized by a gritty playing style that resonated with fans, and while his statistical output may not have placed him among the game's elite, his commitment to the sport left an enduring legacy.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 322 | 658 | 81 | 150 | 21 | 3 | 1 | 40 | 10 | 41 | 34 | 0.228 | 0.273 | 0.274 | 0.547 | -2591.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | PHI | NL | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1945 | PHI | NL | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1947 | PHI | NL | 2 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1948 | PHI | NL | 113 | 351 | 33 | 86 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 7 | 24 | 18 | 0.245 | -1391.4 |
| 1949 | PHI | NL | 29 | 68 | 8 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.279 | -217.7 |
| 1950 | PHI | NL | 46 | 24 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1951 | PHI | NL | 84 | 161 | 15 | 30 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 12 | 7 | 0.186 | -982.8 |
| 1952 | PHI | NL | 35 | 42 | 10 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.238 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | WS | PHI | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 112 | 0 | 255 | 236 | 16 | 63 |
| 3B | 101 | 0 | 122 | 164 | 12 | 15 |
| SS | 12 | 0 | 10 | 15 | 3 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | PHI | 3B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1945 | PHI | 3B | 5 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1947 | PHI | 2B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1947 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1948 | PHI | 2B | 23 | 0 | 40 | 53 | 8 | 9 |
| 1948 | PHI | 3B | 79 | 0 | 105 | 147 | 10 | 14 |
| 1949 | PHI | 2B | 21 | 0 | 58 | 44 | 2 | 12 |
| 1949 | PHI | SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1950 | PHI | 2B | 5 | 0 | 12 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| 1950 | PHI | 3B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1950 | PHI | SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1951 | PHI | 2B | 54 | 0 | 133 | 124 | 4 | 37 |
| 1951 | PHI | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1951 | PHI | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1952 | PHI | 2B | 7 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 1952 | PHI | 3B | 7 | 0 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1952 | PHI | SS | 8 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 3 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 111 |
| Third Base | 101 |
| Shortstop | 12 |