Les Moss, baseball player, 1946-1958

Les Moss

Born: 5/14/1925 in Tulsa, OK, USA

Died: 8/29/2012 in Longwood, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1946-09-10 | Final Game: 1958-09-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: John Lester Moss

Biography

Les Moss was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1946 to 1958. Born in 1925, Moss established himself as a reliable position player during an era that followed World War II, a time when the sport was experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Throughout his career, he played in 824 games, where he recorded 552 hits and achieved a batting average of .247. Known for his power at the plate, he hit 63 home runs and drove in 276 runs, contributing significantly to his teams' offensive efforts. Moss’s playing style was characterized by his ability to deliver clutch performances, often stepping up in key moments for his teams. Despite the challenges of competition during the post-war years, he carved out a niche as a solid contributor, finishing his career with a modest but respectable total of 1 stolen base. While he may not have been among the most celebrated stars of his time, Les Moss's dedication and consistency made him a valued player in the league, leaving a lasting impact on the teams he played for.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
824 2234 210 552 75 4 63 276 1 282 316 0.247 0.333 0.369 0.702 -1131.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 720 120 2612 279 64 52

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 721