Gail Henley
Born: 10/15/1928 in Wichita, KS, USA
Died: 11/25/2024 in La Verne, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-04-13 | Final Game: 1954-05-06
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Gail Curtice Henley
Biography
Gail Henley was an American professional baseball player born in 1928, who played as a position player during the early 1950s. His Major League Baseball career spanned from April 13, 1954, to May 6, 1954, during which he appeared in 14 games. Henley showcased a promising batting ability, finishing his brief tenure with a batting average of .300, which indicated a solid capability at the plate. He recorded 9 hits, including 1 home run and 2 RBIs, demonstrating his potential to contribute offensively despite the limited opportunities he had in the league.
Henley's time in Major League Baseball came during an era when the sport was beginning to experience significant changes, including the integration of players from diverse backgrounds. Although his career was short-lived, Henley’s performance, characterized by a strong batting average and notable hitting skills, reflects the competitive nature of the game during that period. Despite his limited statistics, his presence in the league remains a part of baseball history, highlighting the challenges and opportunities faced by players of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 30 | 7 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0.300 | 0.382 | 0.433 | 0.816 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PIT | NL | 14 | 30 | 7 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 9 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PIT | OF | 9 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 8 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 1948 |