Buster Chatham
Born: 12/25/1901 in West, TX, USA
Died: 12/15/1975 in Waco, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1930-06-01 | Final Game: 1931-06-13
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'5" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Charles Lorenzo Chatham
Biography
Buster Chatham was a professional baseball player born in 1901, whose career spanned from 1930 to 1931. Primarily playing as a position player, Chatham made a notable impact in the early years of Major League Baseball, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 129 games, where he recorded 118 hits and achieved a batting average of .263. His offensive contributions included 6 home runs and 59 runs batted in, reflecting his ability to drive in runs during crucial moments.
Chatham also showcased his speed on the base paths, successfully stealing 8 bases, which added an additional dimension to his playing style. Though his time in the major leagues was relatively brief, he left an impression as a solid player during a transformative period in baseball history. His career, while not extensively documented, exemplifies the dedication and talent of many athletes of his time who contributed to the game's evolution.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 129 | 448 | 52 | 118 | 21 | 11 | 6 | 59 | 8 | 43 | 47 | 0.263 | 0.331 | 0.400 | 0.730 | -672.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | BSN | NL | 112 | 404 | 48 | 108 | 20 | 11 | 5 | 56 | 8 | 37 | 41 | 0.267 | -593.4 |
| 1931 | BSN | NL | 17 | 44 | 4 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0.227 | -79.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 98 | 0 | 92 | 164 | 21 | 27 |
| SS | 23 | 0 | 35 | 56 | 7 | 15 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | BSN | 3B | 92 | 0 | 89 | 152 | 21 | 26 |
| 1930 | BSN | SS | 17 | 0 | 27 | 48 | 2 | 12 |
| 1931 | BSN | 3B | 6 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 1931 | BSN | SS | 6 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 98 |
| Shortstop | 24 |