Joe Caffie
Born: 2/14/1931 in Ramer, AL, USA
Died: 8/1/2011 in Warren, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1956-09-13 | Final Game: 1957-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Joseph Clifford Caffie
Biography
Joe Caffie was a professional baseball player born in 1931, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1956 to 1957. Caffie made a brief but impactful mark on the game during the late 1950s, a time characterized by the emergence of power hitters and the evolving dynamics of the sport. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 44 games, showcasing his skills both at the plate and on the base paths.
Caffie concluded his career with a batting average of .291, amassing 37 hits, including 3 home runs and 11 RBIs. His offensive contributions, combined with 3 stolen bases, illustrated his versatility and ability to impact games in multiple ways. Though his time in the majors was relatively short, Caffie's performance during these pivotal years contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, reflecting the competitive spirit and talent that defined the era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 | 127 | 21 | 37 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 3 | 8 | 19 | 0.291 | 0.343 | 0.394 | 0.737 | -15.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | CLE | AL | 12 | 38 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 0.342 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | CLE | AL | 32 | 89 | 14 | 24 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 0.270 | -15.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 29 | 27 | 61 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | CLE | OF | 10 | 10 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | CLE | OF | 19 | 17 | 40 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 13 |
| Right Field | 18 |