Pete Naton, baseball player, 1953-1953

Pete Naton

Born: 9/9/1931 in Flushing, NY, USA

Died: 12/10/2013 in Springfield, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1953-06-16 | Final Game: 1953-09-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Peter Alphonsus Naton

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Biography

Pete Naton was a professional baseball player born in 1931, who made his mark in the game for a brief period during the 1953 season. He played as a position player, appearing in a total of six games in Major League Baseball. Naton's career, although short-lived, showcased his determination and love for the sport, reflective of many players from the early 1950s who aspired to make their impact during a time when baseball was experiencing a resurgence in popularity following World War II. Throughout his six-game stint, Naton recorded two hits and drove in one run, resulting in a batting average of .167. Despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases, his contributions during his time on the field exemplified the grit and competitive spirit of the era. While Naton’s career did not reach the heights of some of his contemporaries, his involvement in Major League Baseball remains a testament to his commitment to the game and the journey of countless players who aimed for greatness in a rapidly evolving sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
6 12 2 2 0 0 0 1 0 2 1 0.167 0.286 0.167 0.452 0.0

Career AVG .167 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — 36.9% below league average.

Career OBP .286 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — 14.9% below league average.

Career SLG .167 vs. league average .397 across their career seasons — 58.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.452 vs. league average 0.733 across their career seasons — 38.3% 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
1953 PIT NL 6 12 2 2 0 0 0 1 0 2 1 0.167 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 4 0 13 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1953 PIT C 4 0 13 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 4

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
College of the Holy Cross Worcester MA 1951, 1952, 1953