Em Lindbeck
Born: 8/27/1934 in Kewanee, IL, USA
Died: 8/27/2008 in Kewanee, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1960-04-22 | Final Game: 1960-05-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Emerit Desmond Lindbeck
Biography
Em Lindbeck was a professional baseball player born in 1934, who had a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player for a short stint during the 1960 season, appearing in two games from April 22 to May 1. Although his time in the majors was limited, Lindbeck's journey to the big leagues highlighted the competitive nature of the sport during an era that saw numerous players vying for recognition and success amidst the backdrop of the post-war baseball boom.
Throughout his short career, Lindbeck struggled offensively, finishing with a batting average of .0, with no hits, home runs, or RBIs to his name. Despite these statistics, his presence on a major league roster serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to reach the pinnacle of professional baseball. Lindbeck's story reflects the perseverance required in the sport, as well as the challenges faced by players during a time when the game was evolving rapidly, transitioning from the deadball era into a more dynamic style of play.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.500 | 0.000 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | DET | AL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
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College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | IL | 1955, 1956 |