Jack Littrell
Born: 1/22/1929 in Louisville, KY, USA
Died: 6/9/2009 in Louisville, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1952-04-19 | Final Game: 1957-09-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 179 lbs
Full name: Jack Napier Littrell
Biography
Jack Littrell, born in 1929, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from April 19, 1952, to September 15, 1957. Primarily playing as a position player, Littrell appeared in 111 games throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. He recorded a total of 52 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 17 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .204. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the basepaths with 1 stolen base.
Littrell's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the gradual integration of the sport and the evolution of player athleticism. While his individual statistics may not have placed him among the game's greats, Littrell contributed to the teams he played for and left a lasting impression as a dedicated athlete in the competitive landscape of the 1950s baseball era. His efforts on the field reflect the spirit and determination of players who forged their paths during a dynamic time in the history of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | 255 | 22 | 52 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 17 | 1 | 20 | 60 | 0.204 | 0.261 | 0.275 | 0.535 | -1281.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | PHA | AL | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1954 | PHA | AL | 9 | 30 | 7 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | KC1 | AL | 37 | 70 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 0.200 | -420.7 |
| 1957 | CHC | NL | 61 | 153 | 8 | 29 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 9 | 43 | 0.190 | -861.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 6 | 3 | 24 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| 2B | 10 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 3B | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 80 | 68 | 126 | 190 | 17 | 40 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | PHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1952 | PHA | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1954 | PHA | SS | 9 | 9 | 19 | 22 | 1 | 8 |
| 1955 | KC1 | 1B | 6 | 3 | 24 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| 1955 | KC1 | 2B | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1955 | KC1 | SS | 22 | 12 | 30 | 42 | 4 | 8 |
| 1957 | CHN | 2B | 6 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | CHN | 3B | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | CHN | SS | 47 | 47 | 77 | 124 | 12 | 23 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 6 |
| Second Base | 10 |
| Third Base | 6 |
| Shortstop | 80 |