Barry Shetrone
Born: 7/6/1938 in Baltimore, MD, USA
Died: 7/18/2001 in Bowie, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1959-07-27 | Final Game: 1963-06-07
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Barry Stevan Shetrone
Biography
Barry Shetrone was a professional baseball player born in 1938, who played in Major League Baseball from 1959 to 1963. Primarily serving as a position player, Shetrone's career was brief yet notable, encompassing a total of 60 games. During his time in the league, he recorded 23 hits, including one home run, and drove in seven runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .205. Known for his speed on the basepaths, he also notched three stolen bases, showcasing his agility and competitive spirit.
Shetrone's playing career occurred during a transformative period in baseball history, marked by the advent of the modern game and evolving player dynamics. Although his time in the spotlight was limited, his contributions on the field reflected the determination and passion that defined many players of his era. After his retirement on June 7, 1963, Shetrone remained a part of baseball lore, representing a generation of athletes who laid the groundwork for the future of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | 112 | 12 | 23 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 16 | 0.205 | 0.237 | 0.268 | 0.505 | -432.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | BAL | AL | 33 | 79 | 8 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 0.203 | -432.6 |
| 1960 | BAL | AL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1961 | BAL | AL | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1962 | BAL | AL | 21 | 24 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1963 | WS2 | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 31 | 20 | 50 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | BAL | OF | 23 | 17 | 36 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1961 | BAL | OF | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1962 | BAL | OF | 6 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 8 |
| Center Field | 21 |
| Right Field | 2 |