Jay Difani
Born: 12/21/1922 in Crystal City, MO, USA
Died: 12/3/2003 in Crystal City, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1948-04-23 | Final Game: 1949-04-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Clarence Joseph Difani
Biography
Jay Difani, born in 1922, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the major leagues during a brief but notable career in the late 1940s. Difani played as a position player, with his time in the big leagues spanning from April 23, 1948, to April 28, 1949. Although his career was short, he showcased his talent in a limited number of games, appearing in just four contests and finishing with a batting average of .333. This statistic reflects his ability to make an impact at the plate, as he recorded one hit during his time in the majors.
Difani's playing career occurred during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the post-World War II era, which saw the game evolving with new talent and strategies. While he did not reach the heights of some of his contemporaries, his brief foray into the major leagues is a testament to his skills as a player. Despite not achieving significant statistical milestones, Difani's participation in the sport during this pivotal time in baseball history remains a part of the rich tapestry of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.667 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | WSN | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1949 | WSN | AL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | WS1 | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri Columbia | Columbia | MO | 1941, 1942, 1943 |