Gordon Goldsberry
Born: 8/30/1927 in Sacramento, CA, USA
Died: 2/23/1996 in Laguna Hills, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1949-04-20 | Final Game: 1952-09-27
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Gordon Frederick Goldsberry
Biography
Gordon Goldsberry was a professional baseball player born in 1927, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1949 to 1952. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 217 games, showcasing his skills primarily in the infield. Goldsberry recorded a total of 123 hits, contributing to a batting average of .241. His offensive contributions included 6 home runs and 56 runs batted in (RBIs), along with 2 stolen bases, reflecting a balanced approach at the plate during a transitional period in baseball history.
Goldsberry's career unfolded in the post-World War II era, a time when baseball was experiencing significant changes, including the integration of the game. While not a star player, he provided valuable depth to the teams he played for and was known for his versatility on the field. Although his time in the majors was relatively brief, Goldsberry's legacy as a player from this transformative period in baseball remains noteworthy. He retired from professional baseball on September 27, 1952, leaving behind a career marked by perseverance and dedication to the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 217 | 510 | 78 | 123 | 20 | 7 | 6 | 56 | 2 | 80 | 66 | 0.241 | 0.344 | 0.343 | 0.687 | -167.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | CHW | AL | 39 | 145 | 25 | 36 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 2 | 18 | 9 | 0.248 | -258.6 |
| 1950 | CHW | AL | 82 | 127 | 19 | 34 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 25 | 0 | 26 | 18 | 0.268 | 234.6 |
| 1951 | CHW | AL | 10 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | SLA | AL | 86 | 227 | 30 | 52 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 17 | 0 | 34 | 37 | 0.229 | -143.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 158 | 0 | 1146 | 98 | 17 | 134 |
| OF | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | CHA | 1B | 38 | 0 | 359 | 24 | 4 | 37 |
| 1950 | CHA | 1B | 40 | 0 | 235 | 29 | 3 | 37 |
| 1950 | CHA | OF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1951 | CHA | 1B | 8 | 0 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 4 |
| 1952 | SLA | 1B | 72 | 0 | 524 | 40 | 10 | 56 |
| 1952 | SLA | OF | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 157 |
| Left Field | 3 |
| Right Field | 3 |