Gordon MacKenzie, baseball player, 1961-1961

Gordon MacKenzie

Born: 7/9/1937 in St. Petersburg, FL, USA

Died: 8/12/2014 in St. Petersburg, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1961-08-13 | Final Game: 1961-09-16

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Henry Gordon MacKenzie

Biography

Gordon MacKenzie was a professional baseball player born in 1937, who played in the Major Leagues for a brief period during the summer of 1961. His career spanned from August 13 to September 16 of that year, during which he appeared in 11 games as a position player. MacKenzie recorded a total of 3 hits in 24 at-bats, resulting in a batting average of .125. He also contributed 1 run batted in but did not hit any home runs and did not record any stolen bases. While MacKenzie’s Major League career was short-lived, his time in the big leagues coincided with a notable era in baseball history marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more power-oriented game. Though he may not have left a significant statistical footprint, MacKenzie’s journey reflects the experiences of many players of his time who aspired to make their mark in a competitive and evolving sport. His involvement in the game, albeit limited, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball's history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
11 24 1 3 0 0 0 1 0 1 6 0.125 0.160 0.125 0.285 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 7 5 22 3 0 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 7