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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | WSN | AL | 138 | 542 | 80 | 160 | 27 | 10 | 14 | 98 | 5 | 67 | 77 | 0.295 | 1287.9 |
| 1951 | WSN | AL | 129 | 509 | 82 | 142 | 33 | 5 | 8 | 86 | 10 | 51 | 35 | 0.279 | 394.6 |
| 1952 | NYY | AL | 93 | 272 | 36 | 64 | 13 | 2 | 5 | 21 | 4 | 26 | 34 | 0.235 | -189.4 |
| 1952 | WSN | AL | 12 | 49 | 4 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 0.245 | -189.4 |
| 1953 | NYY | AL | 109 | 345 | 55 | 92 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 46 | 3 | 42 | 39 | 0.267 | 85.6 |
| 1954 | NYY | AL | 125 | 426 | 70 | 136 | 21 | 6 | 12 | 66 | 4 | 43 | 38 | 0.319 | 1526.0 |
| 1955 | NYY | AL | 132 | 371 | 49 | 94 | 19 | 1 | 8 | 59 | 5 | 43 | 33 | 0.253 | -206.0 |
| 1956 | NYY | AL | 29 | 37 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 12 | 7 | 0.216 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | KC1 | AL | 81 | 160 | 8 | 34 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 11 | 19 | 0.212 | -604.0 |
| 1957 | STL | NL | 17 | 30 | 3 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.367 | -604.0 |
| 1958 | STL | NL | 117 | 178 | 24 | 47 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 22 | 0 | 13 | 21 | 0.264 | 8.8 |
| 1959 | CHC | NL | 65 | 156 | 27 | 50 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 19 | 2 | 13 | 24 | 0.321 | 530.8 |
| 1959 | STL | NL | 8 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.125 | 530.8 |
| 1960 | CHC | NL | 12 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1960 | LAD | NL | 26 | 25 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | WS1 | 1B | 17 | 0 | 143 | 14 | 7 | 16 |
| 1950 | WS1 | OF | 121 | 0 | 357 | 20 | 6 | 5 |
| 1951 | WS1 | OF | 126 | 0 | 420 | 15 | 10 | 1 |
| 1952 | NYA | 1B | 19 | 0 | 135 | 10 | 2 | 14 |
| 1952 | NYA | OF | 60 | 0 | 95 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1952 | WS1 | OF | 12 | 0 | 42 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1953 | NYA | OF | 96 | 0 | 208 | 11 | 2 | 1 |
| 1954 | NYA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1954 | NYA | OF | 116 | 108 | 242 | 9 | 5 | 2 |
| 1955 | NYA | OF | 126 | 93 | 238 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| 1956 | NYA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | NYA | OF | 10 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1957 | KC1 | 1B | 25 | 25 | 191 | 12 | 2 | 24 |
| 1957 | KC1 | OF | 6 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | SLN | OF | 8 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1958 | SLN | OF | 77 | 28 | 75 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1959 | CHN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1959 | CHN | OF | 40 | 35 | 81 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1959 | SLN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1959 | SLN | OF | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1960 | CHN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1960 | CHN | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 |