Walt Craddock
Born: 3/25/1932 in Pax, WV, USA
Died: 7/6/1980 in Parma Heights, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1955-09-03 | Final Game: 1958-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 176 lbs
Full name: Walter Anderson Craddock
Biography
Walt Craddock was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the major leagues during a brief career from 1955 to 1958. Born in 1932, Craddock's time in the big leagues was characterized by his role as a position player, although he faced significant challenges in making a lasting impact on the field. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 29 games but unfortunately did not record any hits, home runs, or RBIs, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. His statistical output reflected the fierce competition of the era, as Craddock played during a time when pitching was often dominant and offensive production could be hard to come by.
Despite his lack of offensive achievements, Craddock's presence in the major leagues during the late 1950s contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the struggles that many players faced in establishing themselves at the highest level of the sport. His career, while not marked by individual accolades, serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to greatness during a pivotal period in baseball's evolution. As the game continued to grow in popularity and complexity, Craddock's experiences reflected the challenges and aspirations of many hopefuls who sought a career in America's pastime.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 7 | 29 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 61.0 | 68 | 44 | 8 | 40 | 39 | 6.49 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | KC1 | AL | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 18 | 13 | 10 | 9 | 7.80 | -665.8 |
| 1956 | KC1 | AL | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.3 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 8 | 6.75 | 0.0 |
| 1958 | KC1 | AL | 0 | 3 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.7 | 41 | 24 | 20 | 22 | 5.89 | -509.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | KC1 | AL | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | KC1 | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1958 | KC1 | AL | 23 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 29 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | KC1 | P | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | KC1 | P | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1958 | KC1 | P | 23 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 29 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syracuse University | Syracuse | NY | 1952, 1953 |