Charlie Fox
Born: 10/7/1921 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 2/16/2004 in Stanford, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1942-09-24 | Final Game: 1942-09-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Charles Francis Fox
Biography
Charlie Fox, born in 1921, was a professional baseball player who graced the diamond during a brief career spanning from 1942 to September 26, 1942. His time in Major League Baseball was marked by his role as a position player, during a period that was heavily influenced by World War II, which saw many players enlist and the overall talent pool in the league shift dramatically. Fox's career was short, appearing in just three games, but he made a notable impact during that time.
In those limited appearances, Fox recorded three hits and finished with a remarkable batting average of .429, showcasing his ability to make contact at the plate despite the brevity of his time in the league. He also contributed one run batted in, highlighting his capability to drive in runs when given the opportunity. While he did not hit any home runs or steal bases, his batting average stands out as a testament to his potential as a player. Ultimately, Charlie Fox's career may have been fleeting, but his performance in those three games left an indelible mark 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.429 | 0.500 | 0.429 | 0.929 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | NY1 | NL | 3 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.429 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | NY1 | C | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 3 |