Dick Kryhoski
Born: 3/24/1925 in Leonia, NJ, USA
Died: 4/10/2007 in Beverly Hills, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1949-04-19 | Final Game: 1955-06-10
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 182 lbs
Full name: Richard David Kryhoski
Biography
Dick Kryhoski was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1949 to 1955. Born in 1925, he made his mark as a position player during a time when Major League Baseball was beginning to emerge from the shadows of World War II and entering a new era of growth and talent. Kryhoski played in a total of 569 games, showcasing a solid offensive presence with 475 hits and 45 home runs, while driving in 231 runs with a batting average of .265. His ability to contribute in various aspects of the game reflected the versatility that was increasingly valued in the evolving landscape of baseball during the post-war period.
Throughout his career, Kryhoski demonstrated a keen eye at the plate and a reliable glove in the field. Although he was not known for his speed, as evidenced by his five stolen bases, his strong hitting and consistent performance earned him a place in the hearts of fans and teammates alike. Kryhoski's era was marked by the transition from the deadball era to a time when power hitting began to take center stage, and he played an integral role in this shift, leaving behind a legacy as a dependable player who contributed significantly to his teams during his six years in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 569 | 1794 | 203 | 475 | 85 | 14 | 45 | 231 | 5 | 119 | 163 | 0.265 | 0.314 | 0.403 | 0.717 | -642.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | NYY | AL | 54 | 177 | 18 | 52 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 27 | 2 | 9 | 17 | 0.294 | -19.7 |
| 1950 | DET | AL | 53 | 169 | 20 | 37 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 19 | 0 | 8 | 11 | 0.219 | -634.3 |
| 1951 | DET | AL | 119 | 421 | 58 | 121 | 19 | 4 | 12 | 57 | 1 | 28 | 29 | 0.287 | 447.4 |
| 1952 | SLA | AL | 111 | 342 | 38 | 83 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 42 | 2 | 23 | 42 | 0.243 | -240.2 |
| 1953 | SLA | AL | 104 | 338 | 35 | 94 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 50 | 0 | 26 | 33 | 0.278 | 743.0 |
| 1954 | BAL | AL | 100 | 300 | 32 | 78 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 34 | 0 | 19 | 24 | 0.260 | -767.0 |
| 1955 | KC1 | AL | 28 | 47 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 0.213 | -171.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 467 | 75 | 3768 | 312 | 40 | 394 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | NYA | 1B | 51 | 0 | 363 | 31 | 7 | 39 |
| 1950 | DET | 1B | 47 | 0 | 409 | 27 | 4 | 44 |
| 1951 | DET | 1B | 112 | 0 | 964 | 81 | 9 | 95 |
| 1952 | SLA | 1B | 86 | 0 | 680 | 49 | 8 | 80 |
| 1953 | SLA | 1B | 88 | 0 | 685 | 66 | 6 | 77 |
| 1954 | BAL | 1B | 69 | 67 | 591 | 52 | 5 | 52 |
| 1955 | KC1 | 1B | 14 | 8 | 76 | 6 | 1 | 7 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 467 |