Al Glossop
Born: 7/12/1914 in Christopher, IL, USA
Died: 7/2/1991 in Walnut Creek, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1939-09-23 | Final Game: 1946-05-05
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Alban Glossop
Biography
Al Glossop was a professional baseball player born in 1914, who played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1939 until 1946. Throughout his career, he appeared in 309 games, accumulating 199 hits and a total of 15 home runs. Glossop also contributed 86 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs despite a career batting average of .209. His speed on the bases was evident, as he recorded 5 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Glossop's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, encompassing the late 1930s through the mid-1940s, a time marked by the effects of World War II on the sport and the eventual integration of baseball. Although he may not be one of the most prominent figures from that era, Glossop's contributions to his teams reflect the resilience and determination that characterized many players of his time. After concluding his professional career on May 5, 1946, he left behind a legacy as a hard-working and dedicated player who navigated the challenges of his era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 309 | 952 | 99 | 199 | 29 | 2 | 15 | 86 | 5 | 89 | 105 | 0.209 | 0.280 | 0.291 | 0.571 | -2666.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | NY1 | NL | 10 | 32 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
| 1940 | BSN | NL | 60 | 148 | 17 | 35 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 17 | 22 | 0.236 | -286.3 |
| 1940 | NY1 | NL | 27 | 91 | 16 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 10 | 16 | 0.209 | -286.3 |
| 1942 | PHI | NL | 121 | 454 | 33 | 102 | 15 | 1 | 4 | 40 | 3 | 29 | 35 | 0.225 | -1459.3 |
| 1943 | BRO | NL | 87 | 217 | 28 | 37 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 0 | 28 | 27 | 0.171 | -797.7 |
| 1946 | CHC | NL | 4 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 196 | 0 | 465 | 571 | 50 | 111 |
| 3B | 36 | 0 | 30 | 61 | 6 | 5 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 36 | 0 | 57 | 109 | 13 | 18 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | NY1 | 2B | 10 | 0 | 15 | 34 | 1 | 7 |
| 1940 | BSN | 2B | 18 | 0 | 31 | 59 | 6 | 12 |
| 1940 | BSN | 3B | 18 | 0 | 17 | 41 | 3 | 4 |
| 1940 | BSN | SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1940 | NY1 | 2B | 24 | 0 | 54 | 86 | 7 | 8 |
| 1942 | PHI | 2B | 118 | 0 | 322 | 351 | 27 | 79 |
| 1942 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1943 | BRO | 2B | 24 | 0 | 39 | 39 | 9 | 5 |
| 1943 | BRO | 3B | 17 | 0 | 13 | 20 | 3 | 1 |
| 1943 | BRO | SS | 33 | 0 | 50 | 102 | 12 | 18 |
| 1943 | BRO | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1946 | CHN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1946 | CHN | SS | 2 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 195 |
| Third Base | 37 |
| Shortstop | 36 |
| Right Field | 1 |