George Myatt, baseball player, 1938-1947

George Myatt

Born: 6/14/1914 in Denver, CO, USA

Died: 9/14/2000 in Orlando, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1938-08-16 | Final Game: 1947-05-19

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 167 lbs

Full name: George Edward Myatt

Biography

George Myatt, born in 1914, was a notable position player in Major League Baseball who made his mark from 1938 until his retirement in 1947. Over the course of his career, he played in 407 games, accumulating 381 hits and maintaining a commendable batting average of .283. Myatt's offensive contributions included 4 home runs and 99 runs batted in (RBIs), along with demonstrating his speed on the bases with 72 stolen bases. His ability to get on base and contribute to team dynamics established him as a valuable player during his era. Playing during a transformative period in baseball, which included the onset of World War II and the integration of the sport, Myatt’s career reflected the challenges and changes of the time. While he was not among the most celebrated stars, his consistent performance and ability to adapt to the evolving game were noteworthy. Myatt's legacy lives on as a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the contributions of players who played vital roles in their teams and the sport during a pivotal era.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
407 1345 220 381 44 14 4 99 72 156 120 0.283 0.362 0.346 0.708 1277.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 229 0 593 564 46 133
3B 48 0 42 103 14 11
OF 35 0 68 6 2 0
SS 42 0 98 126 25 28

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 229
Third Base 48
Shortstop 42
Left Field 1
Right Field 34

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1945 Most Valuable Player AL 5th 98.0 336 1