Irv Noren, baseball player, 1950-1960

Irv Noren

Born: 11/29/1924 in Jamestown, NY, USA

Died: 11/15/2019 in Carlsbad, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1950-04-18 | Final Game: 1960-10-01

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Irving Arnold Noren

Biography

Irv Noren was a professional baseball player born in 1924, whose career spanned from 1950 to 1960. A versatile position player, Noren made a significant impact in Major League Baseball, playing in a total of 1,093 games. He was known for his solid batting skills, finishing his career with a respectable .275 batting average. Over the course of his time in the league, he accumulated 857 hits, 65 home runs, and 453 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and contribute offensively to his teams. Noren's career was highlighted by his selection as an All-Star, marking his recognition among the elite players of his era. He was part of a transitional period in baseball, navigating the post-World War II landscape where the game was evolving rapidly. With 34 stolen bases to his name, Noren added speed to his offensive arsenal, making him a well-rounded player. His contributions on the field left a lasting impression, and he remains a notable figure in the history of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1093 3119 443 857 157 35 65 453 34 335 350 0.275 0.348 0.410 0.758 2807.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
11 27 0 4 0 0 0 2 3 4 0.148

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1955 WS NYA 5 16 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 0.062
1953 WS NYA 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.000
1952 WS NYA 4 10 0 3 0 0 0 1 1 3 0.300

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 66 26 483 38 12 56
OF 801 283 1778 76 31 11

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 66
Left Field 305
Center Field 374
Right Field 153

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Pasadena City College Pasadena CA 1943

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1954 Most Valuable Player AL 15th 16.0 336 0
1951 Most Valuable Player AL 28th 4.0 336 0
1950 Most Valuable Player AL 15th 16.0 336 0