Ed McGhee
Born: 9/29/1924 in Perry, AR, USA
Died: 2/13/1986 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1950-09-20 | Final Game: 1955-05-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Warren Edward McGhee
Biography
Ed McGhee, born in 1924, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 1950 and 1955. Primarily serving as a position player, McGhee played a total of 196 games during his career. He accumulated 124 hits, which contributed to a batting average of .246. Known for his versatility on the field, he demonstrated a keen ability to get on base and contribute offensively, as evidenced by his 43 runs batted in and 11 stolen bases.
McGhee's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, post-World War II, when the game was evolving both in terms of player demographics and playing style. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions included providing depth to the rosters he played for and participating in a game that was becoming increasingly competitive and dynamic. His legacy is preserved through his statistics, reflecting a player who dedicated himself to the sport and left a lasting impact on the teams he represented.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 196 | 505 | 59 | 124 | 14 | 5 | 3 | 43 | 11 | 54 | 61 | 0.246 | 0.321 | 0.311 | 0.632 | -1090.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | CHW | AL | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1953 | PHA | AL | 104 | 358 | 36 | 94 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 29 | 4 | 32 | 43 | 0.263 | -722.7 |
| 1954 | CHW | AL | 42 | 75 | 12 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 12 | 8 | 0.227 | -218.8 |
| 1954 | PHA | AL | 21 | 53 | 5 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0.208 | -218.8 |
| 1955 | CHW | AL | 26 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 164 | 35 | 425 | 8 | 11 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | CHA | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1953 | PHA | OF | 99 | 0 | 319 | 4 | 6 | 0 |
| 1954 | CHA | OF | 34 | 21 | 51 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1954 | PHA | OF | 13 | 11 | 42 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1955 | CHA | OF | 17 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 13 |
| Center Field | 138 |
| Right Field | 13 |