Chute Merritt

Born: 4/24/1911 in Easton, PA, USA

Died: 5/14/1988 in Easton, PA, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 155 lbs

Full name: William Edward Merritt

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Biography

Chute Merritt, born in 1911, is an active position player who continues to contribute to the game of baseball. Over the course of his career, he has appeared in 11 games, demonstrating his resilience and commitment to the sport. Merritt has recorded 3 hits, along with 1 RBI and a batting average of .143. Known for his speed on the bases, he has also successfully stolen 1 base, showcasing his ability to impact the game beyond just hitting. As an active player, Merritt finds himself in a unique position in the modern era of baseball, where the game has evolved significantly through advancements in training, analytics, and strategy. His presence on the field adds depth to his team's roster, and while his overall statistics may not reflect the prolific scoring seen in today's game, his ongoing participation underscores the enduring spirit and passion for baseball. Merritt's journey through the sport serves as a testament to the dedication required to compete at the highest levels, even in a rapidly changing baseball landscape.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
11	21	5	3	0	0	0	1	1	3	0	0.143	0.250	0.143	0.393	0.0

Career AVG .143 vs. league average .278 across their career seasons — 48.6% below league average.

Career OBP .250 vs. league average .340 across their career seasons — 26.6% below league average.

Career SLG .143 vs. league average .393 across their career seasons — 63.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.393 vs. league average 0.733 across their career seasons — 46.4% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1934	ND	NN2	11	21	5	3	0	0	0	1	1	3	0	0.143	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2B	4	3	5	10	1	1
3B	1	0	0	1	0	0
OF	3	2	3	0	0	0
SS	2	2	4	6	1	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1934	ND	2B	4	3	5	10	1	1
1934	ND	3B	1	0	0	1	0	0
1934	ND	OF	3	2	3	0	0	0
1934	ND	SS	2	2	4	6	1	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Second Base	4
Third Base	1
Shortstop	2
Left Field	3