Leo Norris
Born: 5/17/1908 in Bay St. Louis, MS, USA
Died: 2/13/1987 in Zachary, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 1936-04-14 | Final Game: 1937-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Leo John Norris
Biography
Leo Norris, born in 1908, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the late 1930s. Active from 1936 to 1937, Norris played as a position player, participating in a total of 270 games throughout his career. He concluded his time in the league with a batting average of .262, amassing 252 hits, which included 20 home runs and 112 runs batted in (RBIs). Known for his speed and agility on the basepaths, Norris also contributed 7 stolen bases to his career totals.
Playing during a transitional period in baseball, Norris showcased his talents in an era marked by the gradual shift away from the deadball style of play. While not a household name, his contributions on the field reflected the competitive nature of the league during the late 1930s, a time when the game was beginning to see the influence of power hitters and more dynamic offensive strategies. Norris's career, though brief, is remembered as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the diverse array of players who contributed to the sport's evolution.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 270 | 962 | 109 | 252 | 51 | 7 | 20 | 112 | 7 | 60 | 132 | 0.262 | 0.307 | 0.392 | 0.699 | -1567.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | PHI | NL | 154 | 581 | 64 | 154 | 27 | 4 | 11 | 76 | 4 | 39 | 79 | 0.265 | -1024.7 |
| 1937 | PHI | NL | 116 | 381 | 45 | 98 | 24 | 3 | 9 | 36 | 3 | 21 | 53 | 0.257 | -543.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 112 | 0 | 257 | 323 | 27 | 63 |
| 3B | 24 | 0 | 24 | 29 | 1 | 1 |
| SS | 141 | 0 | 345 | 387 | 47 | 77 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | PHI | 2B | 38 | 0 | 97 | 130 | 8 | 28 |
| 1936 | PHI | SS | 121 | 0 | 317 | 345 | 45 | 70 |
| 1937 | PHI | 2B | 74 | 0 | 160 | 193 | 19 | 35 |
| 1937 | PHI | 3B | 24 | 0 | 24 | 29 | 1 | 1 |
| 1937 | PHI | SS | 20 | 0 | 28 | 42 | 2 | 7 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 112 |
| Third Base | 24 |
| Shortstop | 141 |