Charlie Fitzberger
Born: 2/13/1904 in Baltimore, MD, USA
Died: 1/25/1965 in Baltimore, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1928-09-11 | Final Game: 1928-09-25
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Charles Caspar Fitzberger
Biography
Charlie Fitzberger, born in 1904, was a professional baseball player who made a brief but notable appearance in Major League Baseball during the late 1920s. He played as a position player for a short stint from September 11 to September 25, 1928. Though his time in the majors was limited to just seven games, Fitzberger showcased his skills with a respectable batting average of .286, collecting two hits over the course of his career. While he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, his performance during this time reflected the challenges and competitiveness of the era.
Fitzberger's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, when the game was evolving from the deadball era into a time of greater offensive production. Despite the brevity of his career, he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the numerous players who sought to make their mark in the sport, even if only for a fleeting moment. His contributions may not have been celebrated with towering statistics, but they serve as a reminder of the dedication and passion that many players exhibited during their pursuit of a career in baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.286 | 0.286 | 0.286 | 0.571 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | BSN | NL | 7 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
Career Games by Position
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