George Dickey
Born: 7/10/1915 in Kensett, AR, USA
Died: 6/16/1976 in DeWitt, AR, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-09-21 | Final Game: 1947-09-27
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: George Willard Dickey
Biography
George Dickey was a professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues from 1935 to 1947. Born in 1915, Dickey made his debut during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to recover from the Great Depression and the effects of the deadball era. Over the course of his career, he participated in 226 games, where he showcased his skills as a position player.
Dickey recorded a total of 101 hits, contributing to a batting average of .204. He hit 4 home runs and drove in 54 runs, demonstrating his ability to impact games despite a relatively modest batting average. Additionally, he exhibited some speed on the bases with 4 stolen bases. While Dickey's career statistics may not reflect the prowess of some of his contemporaries, his presence on the field during the late 1930s and 1940s contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during a time of significant change and development in the game. He retired on September 27, 1947, leaving behind a legacy as a part of the fabric of American baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 226 | 494 | 36 | 101 | 12 | 0 | 4 | 54 | 4 | 63 | 62 | 0.204 | 0.294 | 0.253 | 0.547 | -1279.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | BOS | AL | 5 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1936 | BOS | AL | 10 | 23 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.043 | 0.0 |
| 1941 | CHW | AL | 32 | 55 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 0.200 | -155.0 |
| 1942 | CHW | AL | 59 | 116 | 6 | 27 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 0.233 | -289.6 |
| 1946 | CHW | AL | 37 | 78 | 8 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 13 | 0.192 | -303.0 |
| 1947 | CHW | AL | 83 | 211 | 15 | 47 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 27 | 4 | 34 | 25 | 0.223 | -531.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 170 | 0 | 560 | 71 | 17 | 15 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | BOS | C | 4 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1936 | BOS | C | 10 | 0 | 25 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| 1941 | CHA | C | 17 | 0 | 56 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1942 | CHA | C | 29 | 0 | 90 | 11 | 9 | 5 |
| 1946 | CHA | C | 30 | 0 | 97 | 14 | 0 | 3 |
| 1947 | CHA | C | 80 | 0 | 285 | 35 | 5 | 5 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 168 |