Charlie Letchas
Born: 10/3/1915 in Thomasville, GA, USA
Died: 3/14/1995 in Tampa, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1939-09-16 | Final Game: 1946-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 150 lbs
Biography
Charlie Letchas was a professional baseball player born in 1915, who showcased his skills in Major League Baseball from 1939 to 1946. Primarily a position player, Letchas appeared in 136 games throughout his career, amassing a total of 108 hits. He contributed to his teams with a batting average of .234, complemented by 37 runs batted in and one home run, a notable achievement in a career that spanned the pre- and post-World War II era.
Letchas played during a time when baseball was evolving, navigating the challenges of the late 1930s and early 1940s, including the impact of the war on player availability and team rosters. While he did not record any stolen bases, his ability to contribute in key situations and his presence on the field made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. Letchas's career, though not marked by overwhelming statistics, reflects the journey of many players who participated in the game during a transformative period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 136 | 461 | 32 | 108 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 37 | 0 | 35 | 31 | 0.234 | 0.291 | 0.262 | 0.554 | -1295.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | PHI | NL | 12 | 44 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.227 | 0.0 |
| 1941 | WSN | AL | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1944 | PHI | NL | 116 | 396 | 29 | 94 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 32 | 27 | 0.237 | -1295.8 |
| 1946 | PHI | NL | 6 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 65 | 0 | 169 | 186 | 15 | 54 |
| 3B | 32 | 0 | 30 | 71 | 2 | 2 |
| SS | 29 | 0 | 55 | 90 | 5 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | PHI | 2B | 12 | 0 | 24 | 32 | 4 | 9 |
| 1941 | WS1 | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| 1944 | PHI | 2B | 47 | 0 | 134 | 139 | 9 | 40 |
| 1944 | PHI | 3B | 32 | 0 | 30 | 71 | 2 | 2 |
| 1944 | PHI | SS | 29 | 0 | 55 | 90 | 5 | 12 |
| 1946 | PHI | 2B | 4 | 0 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 66 |
| Third Base | 32 |
| Shortstop | 29 |