Clem Koshorek
Born: 6/20/1925 in Royal Oak, MI, USA
Died: 9/8/1991 in Royal Oak, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1952-04-15 | Final Game: 1953-04-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'4" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Clement John Koshorek
Biography
Clem Koshorek, born in 1925, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the major leagues during the early 1950s. His career spanned from April 15, 1952, to April 14, 1953, during a time when baseball was transitioning into a more dynamic and competitive era post-World War II. Koshorek played primarily as a position player, appearing in 99 games throughout his brief career.
Koshorek finished with a batting average of .26, accumulating 84 hits and driving in 15 runs. While he did not hit any home runs, he showcased his speed on the bases with 4 stolen bases. His contributions, though modest in statistical terms, were part of the fabric of a changing game, as teams began to emphasize speed and contact hitting during this period. Though his time in the spotlight was short, Koshorek’s journey through the major leagues remains a testament to the myriad players who have contributed to the rich history of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99 | 323 | 27 | 84 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 4 | 26 | 40 | 0.260 | 0.319 | 0.313 | 0.632 | -512.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | PIT | NL | 98 | 322 | 27 | 84 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 4 | 26 | 39 | 0.261 | -512.4 |
| 1953 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 27 | 0 | 54 | 72 | 5 | 11 |
| 3B | 26 | 0 | 26 | 41 | 3 | 5 |
| SS | 33 | 0 | 69 | 119 | 10 | 31 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | PIT | 2B | 27 | 0 | 54 | 72 | 5 | 11 |
| 1952 | PIT | 3B | 26 | 0 | 26 | 41 | 3 | 5 |
| 1952 | PIT | SS | 33 | 0 | 69 | 119 | 10 | 31 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 26 |
| Third Base | 27 |
| Shortstop | 33 |