Clyde McCullough, baseball player, 1940-1956

Clyde McCullough

Born: 3/4/1917 in Nashville, TN, USA

Died: 9/18/1982 in San Francisco, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1940-04-28 | Final Game: 1956-07-22

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Clyde Edward McCullough

Biography

Clyde McCullough was a talented position player whose Major League Baseball career spanned from 1940 to 1956. Born in 1917, McCullough made his debut during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven game. Over the course of his career, he played in 1,098 games, accumulating 785 hits, 52 home runs, and 339 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .252. Known for his versatility and skill behind the plate, he was an essential contributor to his teams, earning All-Star selections in two seasons. McCullough's playing style was defined by his solid defensive capabilities and an ability to produce key hits, making him a valuable asset in the lineup. He also showcased his speed on the bases, finishing his career with 27 stolen bases. His contributions to the game extended beyond statistics, as he played during a time of significant change in baseball history, witnessing the integration of the sport and the rise of power hitting. Clyde McCullough remains a noteworthy figure in baseball history for his accomplishments and the impact he had during his playing years.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1098 3121 308 785 121 28 52 339 27 265 398 0.252 0.314 0.358 0.672 -2979.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1945 WS CHN 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 0 0 0 0
3B 3 2 2 4 0 3
C 989 47 3953 477 72 64

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 987
First Base 1
Third Base 3

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1946 Baseball Magazine All-Star C