George Puccinelli
Born: 6/22/1907 in San Francisco, CA, USA
Died: 4/16/1956 in San Francisco, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1930-07-17 | Final Game: 1936-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: George Lawrence Puccinelli
Biography
George Puccinelli was a professional baseball player active from 1930 to 1936, primarily known for his role as a position player in Major League Baseball. Born in 1907, Puccinelli made his mark during an era characterized by a transition in the game, as the sport began to shift toward a more offensive style. Over the course of his career, he played in 187 games, showcasing a solid batting average of .283 and contributing 172 hits, which included 19 home runs and 102 runs batted in. His ability to drive in runs was a notable aspect of his playing style, as he consistently positioned himself as a key contributor to his team's offense.
Puccinelli's career spanned several seasons, during which he demonstrated versatility and resilience. Despite the challenges of playing in the 1930s, a decade marked by the Great Depression, he managed to carve out a respectable place in baseball history. With a total of 3 stolen bases, he displayed a blend of power and speed, adding further dimensions to his playing style. While his career may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, George Puccinelli remains a significant figure for his contributions during a pivotal time in the evolution of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 187 | 607 | 109 | 172 | 40 | 3 | 19 | 102 | 3 | 78 | 92 | 0.283 | 0.367 | 0.453 | 0.820 | 788.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | STL | NL | 11 | 16 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.562 | 0.0 |
| 1932 | STL | NL | 31 | 108 | 17 | 30 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 12 | 13 | 0.278 | 128.8 |
| 1934 | SLA | AL | 10 | 26 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1936 | PHA | AL | 135 | 457 | 83 | 127 | 30 | 3 | 11 | 78 | 2 | 65 | 70 | 0.278 | 659.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | WS | SLN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 156 | 0 | 321 | 18 | 19 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | SLN | OF | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1932 | SLN | OF | 30 | 0 | 59 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| 1934 | SLA | OF | 6 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1936 | PHA | OF | 117 | 0 | 245 | 11 | 14 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 34 |
| Right Field | 123 |