Ben Keeling

Born: 7/3/1921 in Hackensack, NJ, USA

Died: 12/25/1995 in Hackensack, NJ, USA

Throws: R | Height: 5'5" | Weight: 149 lbs

Full name: Benjamin Franklin Keeling

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Biography

Ben Keeling, born in 1921, is an active player known for his role as a position player in professional baseball. Despite having played only 1 game in his career, he stands out in the contemporary baseball landscape as a testament to the enduring spirit of the game. Keeling's career statistics reflect his unique journey in baseball, as he has yet to record a hit, home run, or RBI, maintaining a batting average of 0.0. This exceptional situation showcases the competitive nature of the sport, where even the most talented athletes can face challenges. As an active player, Keeling represents a link to the past while navigating the complexities of modern baseball. His experience comes at a time when the game is evolving rapidly, influenced by technology, analytics, and an ever-changing player demographic. While his statistical contributions may be minimal, Keeling's presence in the league continues to inspire others, demonstrating that every player has a role in the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .256 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .346 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.671 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1943	NE	NN2	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
SS	1	1	0	0	2	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1943	NE	SS	1	1	0	0	2	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Shortstop	1