Eddie Silber
Born: 6/6/1914 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 10/26/1976 in Dunedin, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1937-09-03 | Final Game: 1939-04-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Edward James Silber
Biography
Eddie Silber was a professional baseball player born in 1914 who played as a position player in the major leagues from 1937 until April 30, 1939. Over his brief career, he appeared in 23 games, where he showcased his batting prowess with a notable batting average of .31. Silber amassed a total of 26 hits and contributed 4 RBIs to his team's efforts, although he did not hit any home runs or record stolen bases during his time in the league.
Silber's career unfolded during a period of significant change in baseball, as the late 1930s were marked by a transition toward a more power-oriented game. Despite his limited time in the majors, Silber's strong batting average highlighted his ability to make contact and contribute offensively. His legacy, though not widely recognized, reflects the challenges and opportunities faced by players in a competitive era, serving as a reminder of the diverse range of talent that has graced the game throughout its history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 84 | 10 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0.310 | 0.348 | 0.333 | 0.682 | -85.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | SLA | AL | 22 | 83 | 10 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0.313 | -85.6 |
| 1939 | SLA | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 21 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | SLA | OF | 21 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 15 |