Boyd Perry
Born: 3/21/1914 in Snow Camp, NC, USA
Died: 6/29/1990 in Burlington, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1941-05-23 | Final Game: 1941-09-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 158 lbs
Full name: Boyd Glenn Perry
Biography
Boyd Perry was a professional baseball player born in 1914, who played as a position player during a brief career in Major League Baseball from May 23, 1941, to September 20, 1941. His time in the league was marked by a total of 36 games, during which he recorded 15 hits and drove in 11 runs, resulting in a batting average of .181. Perry also showcased his speed on the base paths, contributing one stolen base to his career totals. Notably, he did not hit any home runs during his time in the majors.
Perry's career unfolded during a challenging period for baseball, as the sport was on the cusp of World War II, which would soon enlist many players and alter the landscape of the game. While his playing time was limited and his statistics reflect the struggles of a player adjusting to the rigors of the Major Leagues, Perry's contributions to his teams during the 1941 season remain a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 83 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 10 | 9 | 0.181 | 0.269 | 0.241 | 0.510 | -388.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | DET | AL | 36 | 83 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 10 | 9 | 0.181 | -388.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 11 | 0 | 18 | 15 | 2 | 2 |
| SS | 25 | 0 | 28 | 47 | 2 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | DET | 2B | 11 | 0 | 18 | 15 | 2 | 2 |
| 1941 | DET | SS | 25 | 0 | 28 | 47 | 2 | 10 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 11 |
| Shortstop | 25 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford College | Greensboro | NC | 1933, 1934 |