Skip Jutze
Born: 5/28/1946 in Bayside, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-09-01 | Final Game: 1977-09-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Alfred Henry Jutze
Biography
Skip Jutze, born in 1946, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1972 to 1977. He played primarily as a position player, appearing in a total of 254 games during his time in Major League Baseball. Known for his versatility on the field, Jutze contributed to various teams, showcasing a playing style that emphasized solid defensive skills and the ability to put the ball in play.
Throughout his career, Jutze recorded 141 hits and finished with a batting average of .215, accompanied by 3 home runs and 51 RBIs. He also managed to steal 1 base, demonstrating a blend of speed and agility. While his offensive numbers may not have placed him among the elite of his era, Jutze's dedication to the game and his role as a reliable team player left a lasting impression on those who followed his career. His tenure in baseball coincided with a transformative period in the sport, as teams began to explore more specialized roles and strategies on the diamond.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 254 | 656 | 45 | 141 | 14 | 3 | 3 | 51 | 1 | 34 | 86 | 0.215 | 0.253 | 0.259 | 0.512 | -3033.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | STL | NL | 21 | 71 | 1 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 0.239 | -264.8 |
| 1973 | HOU | NL | 90 | 278 | 18 | 62 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 19 | 37 | 0.223 | -1310.9 |
| 1974 | HOU | NL | 8 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | HOU | NL | 51 | 93 | 9 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0.226 | -482.2 |
| 1976 | HOU | NL | 42 | 92 | 7 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 0.152 | -610.3 |
| 1977 | SEA | AL | 42 | 109 | 10 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 0.220 | -365.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 239 | 179 | 1001 | 99 | 19 | 16 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | SLN | C | 17 | 17 | 93 | 15 | 4 | 1 |
| 1973 | HOU | C | 86 | 78 | 450 | 31 | 8 | 4 |
| 1974 | HOU | C | 7 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | HOU | C | 47 | 26 | 147 | 15 | 2 | 3 |
| 1976 | HOU | C | 42 | 23 | 125 | 21 | 2 | 5 |
| 1977 | SEA | C | 40 | 31 | 170 | 15 | 3 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 239 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Connecticut State University | New Britain | CT | 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 |