Lou Clinton
Born: 10/13/1937 in Ponca City, OK, USA
Died: 12/6/1997 in Wichita, KS, USA
MLB Debut: 1960-04-22 | Final Game: 1967-04-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Luciean Louis Clinton
Biography
Lou Clinton was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1960 to 1967. Born in 1937, Clinton played primarily as a position player and made a significant impact during his time in Major League Baseball. Over the course of 691 games, he recorded 532 hits, including 65 home runs, and drove in 269 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .247. Known for his versatile playing style, Clinton contributed both offensively and defensively, showcasing his abilities in various roles on the field.
Clinton's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the rise of power hitting and the increasing importance of the home run. His 65 home runs illustrate his capacity for power, while his 12 stolen bases reflect a level of speed that added another dimension to his game. Although he may not have been among the most celebrated players of his time, Clinton's contributions to his teams and the sport were notable, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 691 | 2153 | 270 | 532 | 112 | 31 | 65 | 269 | 12 | 188 | 418 | 0.247 | 0.308 | 0.418 | 0.726 | 1310.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | BOS | AL | 96 | 298 | 37 | 68 | 17 | 5 | 6 | 37 | 4 | 20 | 66 | 0.228 | -572.8 |
| 1961 | BOS | AL | 17 | 51 | 4 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.255 | -138.2 |
| 1962 | BOS | AL | 114 | 398 | 63 | 117 | 24 | 10 | 18 | 75 | 2 | 34 | 79 | 0.294 | 1625.7 |
| 1963 | BOS | AL | 148 | 560 | 71 | 130 | 23 | 7 | 22 | 77 | 0 | 49 | 118 | 0.232 | 329.3 |
| 1964 | BOS | AL | 37 | 120 | 15 | 31 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 9 | 33 | 0.258 | 77.2 |
| 1964 | LAA | AL | 91 | 306 | 30 | 76 | 18 | 0 | 9 | 38 | 3 | 31 | 40 | 0.248 | 77.2 |
| 1965 | LAA | AL | 89 | 222 | 29 | 54 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 23 | 37 | 0.243 | -148.1 |
| 1965 | CLE | AL | 12 | 34 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0.176 | -148.1 |
| 1965 | KC1 | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | -148.1 |
| 1966 | NYY | AL | 80 | 159 | 18 | 35 | 10 | 2 | 5 | 21 | 0 | 16 | 27 | 0.220 | -28.8 |
| 1967 | NYY | AL | 6 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 619 | 556 | 1083 | 47 | 23 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | BOS | OF | 89 | 81 | 165 | 4 | 6 | 2 |
| 1961 | BOS | OF | 13 | 13 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1962 | BOS | OF | 103 | 97 | 185 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| 1963 | BOS | OF | 146 | 146 | 319 | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| 1964 | BOS | OF | 35 | 31 | 59 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 1964 | LAA | OF | 86 | 83 | 123 | 12 | 2 | 3 |
| 1965 | CAL | OF | 73 | 59 | 107 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 1965 | CLE | OF | 9 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1965 | KC1 | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | NYA | OF | 63 | 36 | 80 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1967 | NYA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 16 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 603 |