Phil Ketter

Born: 4/13/1884 in St. Louis, MO, USA

Died: 4/9/1965 in St. Louis, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1912-05-23 | Final Game: 1912-05-25

Throws: R | Height: 5'7"

Full name: Philip Ketter

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Biography

Phil Ketter was a professional baseball player born in 1884, who had a brief career in Major League Baseball that spanned just two games in May 1912. Ketter played during a time when the sport was experiencing significant changes, transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive-oriented game. Despite his limited time on the field, he made a notable impact with a batting average of .333, reflecting his ability to hit effectively during his short stint in the major leagues. In his two games, Ketter recorded two hits and did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, nor did he attempt any stolen bases. While Ketter's career was fleeting, his performance demonstrated a glimpse of talent that could have flourished had circumstances allowed for a longer tenure in the league. His time in baseball, albeit short, contributes to the rich tapestry of the game’s history, showcasing the numerous players who have graced the field, each with their own unique stories and journeys.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
2	6	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.333	0.333	0.333	0.667	0.0

Career AVG .333 vs. league average .269 across their career seasons — +24.0% above league average.

Career OBP .333 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .333 vs. league average .359 across their career seasons — 7.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.667 vs. league average 0.694 across their career seasons — near 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
1912	SLA	AL	2	6	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.333	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	2	0	3	3	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1912	SLA	C	2	0	3	3	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	2