Buster Mills
Born: 9/16/1908 in Ranger, TX, USA
Died: 12/1/1991 in Arlington, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1934-04-18 | Final Game: 1946-06-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Colonel Buster Mills
Biography
Buster Mills was a professional baseball player born in 1908, who played in Major League Baseball from 1934 until his final game on June 1, 1946. Over the course of his career, Mills appeared in 415 games, showcasing his abilities as a position player during an era marked by both the Great Depression and the lead-up to World War II. His career batting average of .287 reflected his consistent hitting prowess, as he accumulated 396 hits, including 14 home runs and 163 RBIs. Mills also demonstrated speed on the base paths, stealing 23 bases throughout his time in the league.
Mills' playing style was characterized by a blend of offensive skill and versatility, contributing significantly to his teams during a competitive period in baseball history. His contributions were particularly notable in a time when the game was evolving, with players beginning to adopt more aggressive strategies both at the plate and on the bases. As a player who navigated the challenges of his era, Buster Mills left a mark on the game, remembered for his solid offensive performance and resilience on the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 415 | 1379 | 200 | 396 | 62 | 19 | 14 | 163 | 23 | 131 | 137 | 0.287 | 0.355 | 0.390 | 0.746 | 716.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | STL | NL | 29 | 72 | 7 | 17 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 0.236 | -148.7 |
| 1935 | BRO | NL | 17 | 56 | 12 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0.214 | -80.9 |
| 1937 | BOS | AL | 123 | 505 | 85 | 149 | 25 | 8 | 7 | 58 | 11 | 46 | 41 | 0.295 | 521.3 |
| 1938 | SLA | AL | 123 | 466 | 66 | 133 | 24 | 4 | 3 | 46 | 7 | 43 | 46 | 0.285 | -165.7 |
| 1940 | NYY | AL | 34 | 63 | 10 | 25 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 7 | 5 | 0.397 | 469.7 |
| 1942 | CLE | AL | 80 | 195 | 19 | 54 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 26 | 5 | 23 | 18 | 0.277 | 120.5 |
| 1946 | CLE | AL | 9 | 22 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 341 | 0 | 727 | 21 | 28 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | SLN | OF | 18 | 0 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1935 | BRO | OF | 17 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1937 | BOS | OF | 120 | 0 | 239 | 8 | 14 | 0 |
| 1938 | SLA | OF | 113 | 0 | 235 | 9 | 9 | 2 |
| 1940 | NYA | OF | 14 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1942 | CLE | OF | 53 | 0 | 142 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| 1946 | CLE | OF | 6 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 254 |
| Center Field | 79 |
| Right Field | 14 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma | Norman | OK | 1930, 1931 |