Putsy Caballero, baseball player, 1944-1952

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 111
Third Base 101
Shortstop 12