Cecil Perkins
Born: 12/1/1940 in Baltimore, MD, USA
Died: 10/28/2021 in Martinsburg, WV, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-07-05 | Final Game: 1967-07-08
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Cecil Boyce Perkins
Biography
Cecil Perkins was a professional baseball player born in 1940, whose career spanned a brief yet notable period from July 5, 1967, to July 8, 1967. As a position player, Perkins made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was transitioning from the more traditional styles of the past to the more dynamic strategies that would define the following decades. Although his time in the big leagues was limited to just two games, he left a memorable imprint through his participation in the sport during a pivotal era.
During his brief stint in the majors, Perkins recorded no hits in two games, concluding his career with a batting average of .0. Despite the lack of offensive statistics, he managed to contribute one run batted in (RBI), showcasing his ability to impact the game even in limited opportunities. His career, while short-lived, reflects the challenges faced by many players of his time who struggled to secure a lasting position in a rapidly evolving league. Despite the brevity of his career, Cecil Perkins remains a part of baseball history, representing the countless athletes who aspired to make their mark on America's pastime.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17.0 | 16.0 | 3.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0.250 | 0.294 | 0.250 | 0.544 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | 17.0 | 16.0 | 3.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0.250 | 0.294 | 0.250 | 0.544 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | NYY | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 9.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | NYY | AL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | NYA | P | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem International University | Salem | WV | 1961, 1962 |