Hank Camelli
Born: 12/9/1914 in Gloucester, MA, USA
Died: 7/14/1996 in Wellesley, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1943-10-03 | Final Game: 1947-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Henry Richard Camelli
Biography
Hank Camelli was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1943 to 1947. Born in 1914, Camelli played primarily as a position player during an era marked by the challenges of World War II, which saw many talented athletes serving in the military. Despite the difficulties of the time, he managed to make a mark in the Major Leagues, participating in 159 games. Over the course of his career, he recorded 86 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 26 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .229.
Camelli's playing style reflected the gritty determination of the era, characterized by a focus on teamwork and perseverance amidst adversity. He did not steal any bases during his time in the league, which indicated a more traditional approach to base running. While not a superstar, his contributions during a transitional period in baseball history were notable, as the sport began to integrate and evolve in the post-war years. Hank Camelli remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the spirit of those who played the game during challenging times.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 159 | 376 | 33 | 86 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 26 | 0 | 46 | 39 | 0.229 | 0.313 | 0.306 | 0.619 | -624.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | PIT | NL | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1944 | PIT | NL | 63 | 125 | 14 | 37 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 18 | 12 | 0.296 | 299.8 |
| 1945 | PIT | NL | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1946 | PIT | NL | 42 | 96 | 8 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 9 | 0.208 | -355.4 |
| 1947 | BSN | NL | 52 | 150 | 10 | 29 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 18 | 18 | 0.193 | -568.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 153 | 0 | 489 | 55 | 17 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | PIT | C | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1944 | PIT | C | 61 | 0 | 170 | 16 | 8 | 0 |
| 1945 | PIT | C | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1946 | PIT | C | 39 | 0 | 117 | 18 | 4 | 2 |
| 1947 | BSN | C | 51 | 0 | 194 | 20 | 5 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 154 |