Art Parks
Born: 11/1/1911 in Paris, AR, USA
Died: 12/6/1989 in Little Rock, AR, USA
MLB Debut: 1937-09-25 | Final Game: 1939-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Artie William Parks
Biography
Art Parks was a professional baseball player born in 1911, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball during the late 1930s. His career spanned from 1937 to 1939, a period marked by the transition from the Great Depression to the pre-World War II era, which saw a mix of emerging talent and established stars in the league. Parks appeared in 78 games throughout his MLB tenure, demonstrating his versatility and commitment to the game.
Parks recorded a total of 70 hits, which included one home run and 19 RBIs, culminating in a respectable batting average of .275. His speed on the bases was evidenced by his two stolen bases, showcasing his aggressive playing style. Although his career was relatively brief, Parks contributed to the teams he played for with his solid hitting and on-field presence, leaving a lasting impression during a unique time in baseball history that was characterized by the buildup of talent and the impending global conflict.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | 255 | 29 | 70 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 19 | 2 | 30 | 16 | 0.275 | 0.351 | 0.361 | 0.712 | -181.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | BRO | NL | 7 | 16 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.312 | 0.0 |
| 1939 | BRO | NL | 71 | 239 | 27 | 65 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 19 | 2 | 28 | 14 | 0.272 | -181.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 69 | 0 | 129 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | BRO | OF | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1939 | BRO | OF | 65 | 0 | 125 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 33 |
| Right Field | 37 |