Guy Curtright, baseball player, 1943-1946

Guy Curtright

Born: 10/18/1912 in Holliday, MO, USA

Died: 8/23/1997 in Sun City Center, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1943-04-21 | Final Game: 1946-07-18

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Guy Paxton Curtright

Biography

Guy Curtright, born in 1912, was a notable position player in Major League Baseball who played from 1943 to 1946. His career unfolded during a tumultuous time in American history, as World War II significantly impacted the sport and the players who participated in it. Curtright's career spanned three seasons, during which he appeared in 331 games, showcasing his talent and dedication to the game. Throughout his career, Curtright accumulated 294 hits and achieved a respectable batting average of .276, reflecting his consistent offensive performance. He contributed to his teams with 9 home runs and 108 RBIs, while also demonstrating his speed on the bases with 20 stolen bases. Curtright's ability to impact the game both at the plate and on the field solidified his reputation as a reliable player during a challenging era for baseball. His contributions to the game during the early post-war period have earned him a place in the annals of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
331 1065 147 294 45 16 9 108 20 142 124 0.276 0.363 0.374 0.737 2073.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 278 0 628 25 18 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 191
Center Field 48
Right Field 41

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Truman State University Kirksville MO 1931, 1932, 1933, 1934