Ed Crosby, baseball player, 1970-1976

Ed Crosby

Born: 5/26/1949 in Long Beach, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1970-07-12 | Final Game: 1976-05-12

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Edward Carlton Crosby

Biography

Ed Crosby, born in 1949, was a professional baseball player who played from 1970 until 1976. Primarily known as a position player, Crosby had a career that spanned six seasons in Major League Baseball. Over the course of 297 games, he recorded 149 hits and drove in 44 runs, showcasing a batting average of .22. Despite not hitting any home runs during his career, Crosby's contributions included a notable ability to get on base and his speed on the field, evidenced by his single stolen base. Crosby's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. Although he faced challenges in his offensive output, his versatility as a player allowed him to contribute to his teams in various roles. After retiring from professional play in May 1976, Crosby left behind a legacy as a dedicated athlete who persevered through the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball during his era.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
297 677 67 149 22 4 0 44 1 55 74 0.220 0.282 0.264 0.547 -2076.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.500

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1973 NLCS CIN 3 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.500

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 72 48 107 170 14 32
3B 53 24 22 51 5 6
SS 157 90 164 338 19 58

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 71
Third Base 53
Shortstop 158
Designated Hitter 1

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Long Beach City College Long Beach CA 1968, 1969