Lou Chiozza
Born: 5/17/1910 in Tallulah, LA, USA
Died: 2/28/1971 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1934-04-17 | Final Game: 1939-07-17
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 172 lbs
Full name: Louis Peo Chiozza
Biography
Lou Chiozza was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1934 to 1939. Born in 1910, Chiozza played primarily as a position player and participated in a total of 616 games throughout his career. He recorded 633 hits, a batting average of .277, and contributed 14 home runs and 197 RBIs. Known for his speed on the bases, he also tallied 45 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game both offensively and defensively.
Chiozza's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to emerge from the Great Depression. Players of his era were often celebrated for their grit and determination, and Chiozza was no exception. His versatility and competitive spirit made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, helping to pave the way for future generations of players. Though he may not be a household name today, Chiozza's contributions to the game during the late 1930s remain a notable part of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 616 | 2288 | 303 | 633 | 107 | 22 | 14 | 197 | 45 | 145 | 165 | 0.277 | 0.324 | 0.361 | 0.685 | -3680.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | PHI | NL | 134 | 484 | 66 | 147 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 44 | 9 | 34 | 35 | 0.304 | 43.6 |
| 1935 | PHI | NL | 124 | 472 | 71 | 134 | 26 | 6 | 3 | 47 | 5 | 33 | 44 | 0.284 | -314.7 |
| 1936 | PHI | NL | 144 | 572 | 83 | 170 | 32 | 6 | 1 | 48 | 17 | 37 | 39 | 0.297 | -454.5 |
| 1937 | NY1 | NL | 117 | 439 | 49 | 102 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 29 | 6 | 20 | 30 | 0.232 | -2208.8 |
| 1938 | NY1 | NL | 57 | 179 | 15 | 42 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 12 | 7 | 0.235 | -521.9 |
| 1939 | NY1 | NL | 40 | 142 | 19 | 38 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 12 | 3 | 9 | 10 | 0.268 | -224.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.286 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | WS | NY1 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.286 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 274 | 0 | 634 | 874 | 91 | 113 |
| 3B | 178 | 0 | 150 | 302 | 42 | 20 |
| OF | 135 | 0 | 324 | 10 | 8 | 1 |
| SS | 8 | 0 | 19 | 21 | 1 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | PHI | 2B | 85 | 0 | 215 | 257 | 31 | 37 |
| 1934 | PHI | 3B | 26 | 0 | 13 | 41 | 10 | 2 |
| 1934 | PHI | OF | 17 | 0 | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1935 | PHI | 2B | 120 | 0 | 296 | 405 | 39 | 54 |
| 1935 | PHI | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1936 | PHI | 2B | 33 | 0 | 63 | 103 | 11 | 13 |
| 1936 | PHI | 3B | 26 | 0 | 26 | 34 | 8 | 2 |
| 1936 | PHI | OF | 90 | 0 | 235 | 7 | 7 | 1 |
| 1937 | NY1 | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1937 | NY1 | 3B | 93 | 0 | 90 | 171 | 17 | 9 |
| 1937 | NY1 | OF | 12 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1938 | NY1 | 2B | 34 | 0 | 59 | 109 | 10 | 9 |
| 1938 | NY1 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1938 | NY1 | OF | 16 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1939 | NY1 | 3B | 30 | 0 | 20 | 55 | 7 | 7 |
| 1939 | NY1 | SS | 8 | 0 | 19 | 21 | 1 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 273 |
| Third Base | 178 |
| Shortstop | 8 |
| Left Field | 23 |
| Center Field | 109 |
| Right Field | 4 |