Ace Parker
Born: 5/17/1912 in Portsmouth, VA, USA
Died: 11/6/2013 in Portsmouth, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1937-04-24 | Final Game: 1938-09-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Clarence McKay Parker
Biography
Ace Parker, born in 1912, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1937 to 1938. Primarily known as a position player, Parker made his mark during a time when the sport was evolving in the wake of the Great Depression, which brought unique challenges and opportunities to athletes. Throughout his career, he appeared in 94 games, compiling 37 hits, 2 home runs, and 25 RBIs, while finishing with a batting average of .179. His speed on the base paths was noted, as he recorded 1 stolen base during his time in the league.
Although Parker's offensive statistics may not reflect the dominance seen in other players of his era, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant in terms of versatility and team dynamics. Parker's career came during a transitional period in baseball, bridging the gap between the deadball era and the more power-focused styles that would emerge in later years. Despite the brevity of his time in the majors, Ace Parker's journey through professional baseball remains a testament to the resilience and passion of the athletes of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94 | 207 | 20 | 37 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 25 | 1 | 14 | 33 | 0.179 | 0.231 | 0.242 | 0.472 | -1349.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | PHA | AL | 38 | 94 | 8 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 0.117 | -882.5 |
| 1938 | PHA | AL | 56 | 113 | 12 | 26 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 1 | 10 | 16 | 0.230 | -466.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 18 | 0 | 32 | 29 | 2 | 5 |
| 3B | 9 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 1 | 1 |
| OF | 5 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| SS | 45 | 0 | 65 | 90 | 11 | 16 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | PHA | 2B | 9 | 0 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
| 1937 | PHA | SS | 19 | 0 | 36 | 50 | 9 | 10 |
| 1937 | PHA | OF | 5 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1938 | PHA | 2B | 9 | 0 | 22 | 19 | 2 | 3 |
| 1938 | PHA | 3B | 9 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 1 | 1 |
| 1938 | PHA | SS | 26 | 0 | 29 | 40 | 2 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 18 |
| Third Base | 9 |
| Shortstop | 45 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University | Durham | NC | 1935, 1936 |