Al Federoff
Born: 7/11/1924 in Bairdford, PA, USA
Died: 8/2/2011 in Gilbert, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1951-09-27 | Final Game: 1952-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Alfred Federoff
Biography
Al Federoff was a professional baseball player born in 1924, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1951 to 1952. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 76 games, showcasing his skills primarily as an outfielder. Federoff finished his tenure in the big leagues with a batting average of .238, recording 56 hits and driving in 14 runs, while also stealing one base. Despite not hitting any home runs during his time in the league, he contributed to his teams with solid defensive play and a keen understanding of the game.
Federoff's career coincided with a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to integrate and evolve after the end of World War II. While his playing career was relatively brief, he left a mark in the memories of those who watched him play, particularly for his grit and determination on the field. His journey through the game reflects the experiences of many players of his era, who navigated the complexities of a changing baseball landscape.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 235 | 14 | 56 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 16 | 13 | 0.238 | 0.290 | 0.272 | 0.562 | -726.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | DET | AL | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | DET | AL | 74 | 231 | 14 | 56 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 16 | 13 | 0.242 | -726.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 71 | 0 | 139 | 189 | 9 | 42 |
| SS | 7 | 0 | 12 | 19 | 1 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | DET | 2B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1952 | DET | 2B | 70 | 0 | 136 | 184 | 8 | 42 |
| 1952 | DET | SS | 7 | 0 | 12 | 19 | 1 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 71 |
| Shortstop | 7 |