Goody Rosen, baseball player, 1937-1946

Goody Rosen

Born: 8/28/1912 in Toronto, ON, CAN

Died: 4/6/1994 in Toronto, ON, CAN

MLB Debut: 1937-09-14 | Final Game: 1946-09-26

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Goodwin George Rosen

Biography

Goody Rosen was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1937 to 1946. Born in 1912, Rosen made a significant impact on the game during an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to the more power-oriented styles of play that characterized the mid-20th century. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 551 games, compiling a solid batting average of .291, which reflected his ability to hit for both average and power. He finished his career with 557 hits, 22 home runs, and 197 RBIs, showcasing his contributions to his teams' offenses. Rosen's playing style was characterized by his keen eye at the plate and his versatility, which allowed him to adapt to various roles within the lineup. He was recognized for his talent in 1943 when he earned an All-Star selection, underscoring his status as one of the notable players of his time. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the bases, totaling 12 stolen bases throughout his career. His contributions were particularly valuable during a time when the game was evolving, and players like Rosen helped pave the way for future generations in the sport.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
7.0 6.0 1.0 0 0 0 0 0 1.0 1.0 0 .000 0.143 .000 0.143

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
551 1916 310 557 71 34 22 197 12 218 166 0.291 0.364 0.398 0.762 3252.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 472 0 1210 42 14 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 23
Center Field 335
Right Field 126

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1945 TSN All-Star OF

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1945 Most Valuable Player NL 10th 56.0 336 0