Chuck Schilling, baseball player, 1961-1965

Chuck Schilling

Born: 10/25/1937 in Brooklyn, NY, USA

Died: 3/30/2021 in West Chester, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1961-04-11 | Final Game: 1965-10-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Charles Thomas Schilling

Biography

Chuck Schilling, born in 1937, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from April 11, 1961, to October 3, 1965. Primarily a position player, Schilling appeared in 541 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded a total of 470 hits, contributing to a batting average of .239. Known for his ability to hit for average and drive in runs, he achieved 23 home runs and 146 RBIs throughout his career. Additionally, Schilling showcased his speed on the bases, finishing with 11 stolen bases. Playing during a dynamic era of baseball characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-oriented styles of the 1960s, Schilling made his mark as a reliable player on the field. While he may not have achieved superstar status, his contributions were significant to the teams he played for, reflecting the competitive spirit of the period. Schilling's legacy is remembered as part of a generation of players who laid the groundwork for the evolving game of baseball in the latter half of the 20th century.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
541 1969 230 470 76 5 23 146 11 176 236 0.239 0.304 0.317 0.621 -4146.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 502 480 1119 1366 37 322

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 502

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Manhattan College New York NY 1957, 1958

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1961 Most Valuable Player AL 19th 4.0 280 0
1961 Rookie of the Year AL 3rd 2.0 20 2