Andy Seminick
Born: 9/12/1920 in Pierce, WV, USA
Died: 2/22/2004 in Melbourne, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1943-09-14 | Final Game: 1957-09-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 187 lbs
Full name: Andrew Wasal Seminick
Biography
Andy Seminick was a notable American professional baseball player, born in 1920, who made his mark in Major League Baseball primarily as a catcher and position player from 1943 to 1957. Over the course of his career, he played in 1,304 games, accumulating a total of 953 hits and 164 home runs, while driving in 556 runs. His career batting average stood at .243, complemented by 23 stolen bases, which showcased his versatility and athleticism on the field. Seminick’s contributions earned him an All-Star selection, highlighting his status as one of the prominent players of his era.
Seminick played during a transformative period in baseball, navigating through the challenges of World War II and the subsequent post-war era, when the game was experiencing a surge in popularity and talent. His ability to perform consistently, combined with his power-hitting prowess, allowed him to leave a lasting impact on his teams, including the Philadelphia Phillies and the Cincinnati Reds. Seminick's legacy is remembered not only for his individual achievements but also for his role in an era that set the stage for the modern game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1304 | 3921 | 495 | 953 | 139 | 26 | 164 | 556 | 23 | 582 | 780 | 0.243 | 0.347 | 0.417 | 0.764 | 5994.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | PHI | NL | 22 | 72 | 9 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 22 | 0.181 | -212.7 |
| 1944 | PHI | NL | 22 | 63 | 9 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 17 | 0.222 | -136.9 |
| 1945 | PHI | NL | 80 | 188 | 18 | 45 | 7 | 2 | 6 | 26 | 3 | 18 | 38 | 0.239 | 77.7 |
| 1946 | PHI | NL | 124 | 406 | 55 | 107 | 15 | 5 | 12 | 52 | 2 | 39 | 86 | 0.264 | 620.1 |
| 1947 | PHI | NL | 111 | 337 | 48 | 85 | 16 | 2 | 13 | 50 | 4 | 58 | 69 | 0.252 | 905.4 |
| 1948 | PHI | NL | 125 | 391 | 49 | 88 | 11 | 3 | 13 | 44 | 4 | 58 | 68 | 0.225 | -241.0 |
| 1949 | PHI | NL | 109 | 334 | 52 | 81 | 11 | 2 | 24 | 68 | 0 | 69 | 74 | 0.243 | 1520.3 |
| 1950 | PHI | NL | 130 | 393 | 55 | 113 | 15 | 3 | 24 | 68 | 0 | 68 | 50 | 0.288 | 2062.7 |
| 1951 | PHI | NL | 101 | 291 | 42 | 66 | 8 | 1 | 11 | 37 | 1 | 63 | 67 | 0.227 | 391.0 |
| 1952 | CIN | NL | 108 | 336 | 38 | 86 | 16 | 1 | 14 | 50 | 1 | 35 | 65 | 0.256 | 568.1 |
| 1953 | CIN | NL | 119 | 387 | 46 | 91 | 12 | 0 | 19 | 64 | 2 | 49 | 82 | 0.235 | 41.1 |
| 1954 | CIN | NL | 86 | 247 | 25 | 58 | 9 | 4 | 7 | 30 | 0 | 48 | 39 | 0.235 | 307.7 |
| 1955 | CIN | NL | 6 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | PHI | NL | 93 | 289 | 32 | 71 | 12 | 1 | 11 | 34 | 1 | 32 | 59 | 0.246 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | PHI | NL | 60 | 161 | 16 | 32 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 23 | 3 | 31 | 38 | 0.199 | -72.4 |
| 1957 | PHI | NL | 8 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.182 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | WS | PHI | 4 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.182 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 4 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| C | 1213 | 216 | 5030 | 598 | 133 | 80 |
| OF | 9 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | PHI | C | 22 | 0 | 79 | 14 | 7 | 2 |
| 1943 | PHI | OF | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1944 | PHI | C | 11 | 0 | 45 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| 1944 | PHI | OF | 7 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1945 | PHI | C | 70 | 0 | 198 | 30 | 5 | 3 |
| 1945 | PHI | 3B | 4 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| 1945 | PHI | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1946 | PHI | C | 118 | 0 | 461 | 61 | 14 | 12 |
| 1947 | PHI | C | 107 | 0 | 438 | 53 | 11 | 6 |
| 1948 | PHI | C | 124 | 0 | 541 | 74 | 22 | 8 |
| 1949 | PHI | C | 98 | 0 | 411 | 54 | 12 | 6 |
| 1950 | PHI | C | 124 | 0 | 551 | 54 | 15 | 9 |
| 1951 | PHI | C | 91 | 0 | 378 | 47 | 9 | 6 |
| 1952 | CIN | C | 99 | 0 | 416 | 47 | 13 | 7 |
| 1953 | CIN | C | 112 | 0 | 436 | 44 | 9 | 2 |
| 1954 | CIN | C | 82 | 75 | 327 | 44 | 4 | 11 |
| 1955 | CIN | C | 5 | 4 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | PHI | C | 88 | 86 | 435 | 45 | 3 | 6 |
| 1956 | PHI | C | 54 | 49 | 266 | 23 | 7 | 2 |
| 1957 | PHI | C | 8 | 2 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1212 |
| Third Base | 4 |
| Left Field | 9 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 14th | 25.0 | 336 | 0 |