Mel Mazzera
Born: 1/31/1914 in Stockton, CA, USA
Died: 12/17/1997 in Stockton, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-09-09 | Final Game: 1940-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Melvin Leonard Mazzera
Biography
Mel Mazzera was a professional baseball player born in 1914, whose career spanned from 1935 until his last game on September 29, 1940. As a position player, Mazzera showcased his skills in a total of 207 games, where he recorded 136 hits and achieved a batting average of .268. His ability to contribute offensively was highlighted by his 10 home runs and 66 runs batted in (RBIs), along with a modest total of 2 stolen bases.
Playing during a transformative time in baseball history, Mazzera's career coincided with the pre-war era when the game was beginning to evolve in terms of player athleticism and strategy. His contributions on the field reflected the changing dynamics of the sport, as players adapted to new techniques and styles of play. Though he may not have reached the heights of some contemporaries, Mazzera's performance and dedication to the game left a lasting impact on his teams and the fans who followed him throughout his career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 207 | 507 | 75 | 136 | 22 | 8 | 10 | 66 | 2 | 45 | 71 | 0.268 | 0.333 | 0.402 | 0.735 | -59.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | SLA | AL | 12 | 30 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.233 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | SLA | AL | 7 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1938 | SLA | AL | 86 | 204 | 33 | 57 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 29 | 1 | 12 | 25 | 0.279 | 47.9 |
| 1939 | SLA | AL | 33 | 110 | 21 | 33 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 22 | 0 | 10 | 20 | 0.300 | 213.7 |
| 1940 | PHI | NL | 69 | 156 | 16 | 37 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 19 | 15 | 0.237 | -321.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 11 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| OF | 124 | 0 | 210 | 14 | 5 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | SLA | OF | 10 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1938 | SLA | OF | 47 | 0 | 74 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| 1939 | SLA | OF | 25 | 0 | 56 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1940 | PHI | 1B | 11 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1940 | PHI | OF | 42 | 0 | 62 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 11 |
| Left Field | 73 |
| Center Field | 13 |
| Right Field | 40 |