Jerry McCarthy
Born: 5/23/1923 in Brooklyn, NY, USA
Died: 10/3/1965 in Oceanside, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1948-06-19 | Final Game: 1948-06-23
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Jerome Francis McCarthy
Biography
Jerry McCarthy, born in 1923, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in a brief yet notable career during the late 1940s. He played as a position player for a short span from June 19 to June 23, 1948. Despite a limited number of appearances, participating in just two games, McCarthy showcased a solid performance at the plate, finishing with a batting average of .333. His lone hit in those two games underscored his potential, even as he did not record any home runs or RBIs during his time in the major leagues.
McCarthy's career unfolded in an era when baseball was beginning to emerge from the shadows of World War II, a time that saw many talented players returning to the game. Although his time on the field was brief, Jerry McCarthy's presence in the major leagues reflects the depth of talent that characterized this period of baseball history. His story serves as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the fabric of the sport, even if their careers were not long-lived.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | SLA | AL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | SLA | 1B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia | PA | 1947, 1948 |