Pete Charton
Born: 12/21/1942 in Jackson, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1964-04-19 | Final Game: 1964-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Frank Lane Charton
Biography
Pete Charton, born in 1942, was a professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues for a brief period during the 1964 season. Charton made his mark as a position player, participating in 25 games. Despite the challenges he faced on the field, he recorded one hit throughout his career, resulting in a batting average of .100. His time in the majors, while limited, was reflective of the competitive nature of baseball during the 1960s, an era marked by significant shifts in player dynamics and strategies.
Although Charton did not achieve the statistical milestones that many of his contemporaries reached, his presence in the league during the 1964 season contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history. His career, spanning from April 19 to September 30 of that year, serves as a reminder of the numerous players who have contributed to the sport, regardless of their statistical accomplishments. Charton remains a part of the legacy of baseball, highlighting the perseverance and determination it takes to reach the highest level of the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2 | 25 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 65.0 | 67 | 38 | 12 | 24 | 37 | 5.26 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | BOS | AL | 0 | 2 | 25 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 65.0 | 67 | 38 | 24 | 37 | 5.26 | -2371.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.100 | 0.182 | 0.100 | 0.282 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | BOS | AL | 25 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 25 | 5 | 7 | 16 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | BOS | P | 25 | 5 | 7 | 16 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 25 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor University | Waco | TX | 1962 |