Walter Ockey

Walter Ockey, born in 1920, was a position player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball. His professional playing tenure spanned from May 3, 1944, to May 20, 1944, during a time when the league was experiencing the impacts of World War II, which led to a significant number of players being drafted or enlisting in the military. This era saw many teams fielding rosters comprised of younger, less experienced players, which included Ockey. During his short stint in the majors, Ockey appeared in two games but unfortunately did not record any hits, runs batted in, or stolen bases, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. While his playing statistics may not reflect a long-term impact on the game, Ockey remains a part of the historical tapestry of baseball during a tumultuous time in American history. His experience serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by baseball during the war years and the resilience of the sport in adapting to the circumstances of the era.