Felix Mackiewicz
Born: 11/20/1917 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 12/20/1993 in Olivette, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1941-09-07 | Final Game: 1947-05-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Felix Thaddeus Mackiewicz
Biography
Felix Mackiewicz was a professional baseball player born in 1917, who played primarily as a position player during his career from 1941 to 1947. Over the course of 223 games in Major League Baseball, Mackiewicz recorded 174 hits, contributing to a batting average of .259. He demonstrated versatility at the plate, hitting 2 home runs and driving in 55 runs, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 10 stolen bases.
Mackiewicz's playing career unfolded during an era marked by the challenges of World War II, which significantly impacted Major League rosters and player availability. Despite these circumstances, he carved out a place for himself in the league, making notable contributions to his team's offensive efforts. His career, though not extensively documented, remains a testament to the resilience and talent of players from this unique period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 223 | 672 | 85 | 174 | 32 | 12 | 2 | 55 | 10 | 63 | 88 | 0.259 | 0.325 | 0.351 | 0.676 | 145.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | PHA | AL | 5 | 14 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1942 | PHA | AL | 6 | 14 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 1943 | PHA | AL | 9 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.062 | 0.0 |
| 1945 | CLE | AL | 120 | 359 | 42 | 98 | 14 | 7 | 2 | 37 | 5 | 44 | 41 | 0.273 | 443.6 |
| 1946 | CLE | AL | 78 | 258 | 35 | 67 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 16 | 5 | 16 | 32 | 0.260 | -297.6 |
| 1947 | CLE | AL | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1947 | WSN | AL | 3 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 198 | 0 | 488 | 14 | 7 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | PHA | OF | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1942 | PHA | OF | 3 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1943 | PHA | OF | 3 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1945 | CLE | OF | 112 | 0 | 288 | 11 | 4 | 4 |
| 1946 | CLE | OF | 72 | 0 | 172 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 1947 | CLE | OF | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1947 | WS1 | OF | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 193 |
| Right Field | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue University | West Lafayette | IN | 1938, 1939, 1940 |