Pete Fox
Born: 3/8/1909 in Evansville, IN, USA
Died: 7/5/1966 in Detroit, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1933-04-12 | Final Game: 1945-09-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Ervin Fox
Biography
Pete Fox was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1933 to 1945. Born in 1909, he played primarily as a position player and became known for his solid batting and versatility on the field. Over the course of 1,461 games, Fox accumulated 1,678 hits, achieving a commendable batting average of .298. His offensive contributions included 65 home runs and 694 runs batted in, along with 158 stolen bases, highlighting his ability to impact the game both at the plate and on the bases.
Fox's career unfolded during a dynamic era in baseball, marked by the Great Depression and the eventual upheaval of World War II. Despite these challenges, he secured a place in the hearts of fans and earned an All-Star selection during his tenure. His consistent performance and ability to thrive against the backdrop of a competitive league solidified his legacy as a skilled player of his time, contributing to the rich tapestry of Major League Baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1461 | 5636 | 895 | 1678 | 314 | 75 | 65 | 694 | 158 | 392 | 471 | 0.298 | 0.347 | 0.415 | 0.762 | 5816.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | DET | AL | 128 | 535 | 82 | 154 | 26 | 13 | 7 | 57 | 9 | 23 | 38 | 0.288 | 331.6 |
| 1934 | DET | AL | 128 | 516 | 101 | 147 | 31 | 2 | 2 | 45 | 25 | 49 | 53 | 0.285 | -221.8 |
| 1935 | DET | AL | 131 | 517 | 116 | 166 | 38 | 8 | 15 | 73 | 14 | 45 | 52 | 0.321 | 2169.6 |
| 1936 | DET | AL | 73 | 220 | 46 | 67 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 26 | 1 | 34 | 23 | 0.305 | 537.0 |
| 1937 | DET | AL | 148 | 628 | 116 | 208 | 39 | 8 | 12 | 82 | 12 | 41 | 43 | 0.331 | 1744.6 |
| 1938 | DET | AL | 155 | 634 | 91 | 186 | 35 | 10 | 7 | 96 | 16 | 31 | 39 | 0.293 | -169.0 |
| 1939 | DET | AL | 141 | 519 | 69 | 153 | 24 | 6 | 7 | 66 | 23 | 35 | 41 | 0.295 | 18.1 |
| 1940 | DET | AL | 93 | 350 | 49 | 101 | 17 | 4 | 5 | 48 | 7 | 21 | 30 | 0.289 | -11.2 |
| 1941 | BOS | AL | 73 | 268 | 38 | 81 | 12 | 7 | 0 | 31 | 9 | 21 | 32 | 0.302 | 289.8 |
| 1942 | BOS | AL | 77 | 256 | 42 | 67 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 42 | 8 | 20 | 28 | 0.262 | 215.1 |
| 1943 | BOS | AL | 127 | 489 | 54 | 141 | 24 | 4 | 2 | 44 | 22 | 34 | 40 | 0.288 | 422.3 |
| 1944 | BOS | AL | 121 | 496 | 70 | 156 | 37 | 6 | 1 | 64 | 10 | 27 | 34 | 0.315 | 1070.7 |
| 1945 | BOS | AL | 66 | 208 | 21 | 51 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 20 | 2 | 11 | 18 | 0.245 | -580.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 55 | 2 | 18 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0.327 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | WS | DET | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1935 | WS | DET | 6 | 26 | 1 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0.385 |
| 1934 | WS | DET | 7 | 28 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.286 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1368 | 0 | 2793 | 96 | 68 | 16 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | DET | OF | 124 | 0 | 313 | 5 | 7 | 0 |
| 1934 | DET | OF | 121 | 0 | 245 | 13 | 7 | 4 |
| 1935 | DET | OF | 125 | 0 | 244 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
| 1936 | DET | OF | 55 | 0 | 118 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| 1937 | DET | OF | 143 | 0 | 321 | 6 | 8 | 0 |
| 1938 | DET | OF | 155 | 0 | 301 | 13 | 2 | 2 |
| 1939 | DET | OF | 126 | 0 | 275 | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| 1940 | DET | OF | 85 | 0 | 169 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1941 | BOS | OF | 62 | 0 | 123 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 1942 | BOS | OF | 71 | 0 | 111 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 1943 | BOS | OF | 125 | 0 | 261 | 10 | 11 | 2 |
| 1944 | BOS | OF | 119 | 0 | 228 | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| 1945 | BOS | OF | 57 | 0 | 84 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 36 |
| Center Field | 170 |
| Right Field | 1167 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1944 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | RF |
| 1935 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | RF |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 15th | 12.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1943 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 33th | 1.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1938 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 20th | 9.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1937 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 23th | 1.0 | 80 | 0 |