Chris Coletta
Born: 8/2/1944 in Brooklyn, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-08-15 | Final Game: 1972-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Christopher Michael Coletta
Biography
Chris Coletta was a professional baseball player born in 1944, who played as a position player during a brief stint in Major League Baseball. His career spanned from August 15, 1972, to October 1, 1972, during which he appeared in 14 games. Coletta showcased his skills primarily as a hitter, finishing his short career with a batting average of 0.3, collecting 9 hits, including 1 home run, and driving in 7 runs. Despite the limited opportunities, he made a significant impact during his time on the field.
Coletta's playing era was characterized by a transition in baseball styles, moving from the power-centric focus of the late 1960s into the more versatile approaches of the 1970s. While his career was brief, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected the evolving nature of the game during this period. Coletta's performance remains a testament to the countless players who carved out their place in the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if only for a short time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 30 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.300 | 0.323 | 0.433 | 0.756 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | LAA | AL | 14 | 30 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 7 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | CAL | OF | 7 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 5 |
| Right Field | 2 |