Charlie Small
Born: 10/24/1905 in Auburn, ME, USA
Died: 1/14/1953 in Auburn, ME, USA
MLB Debut: 1930-07-07 | Final Game: 1930-09-25
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Charles Albert Small
Biography
Charlie Small was a professional baseball player born in 1905, whose career spanned a brief period from 1930 to 1930. Primarily known as a position player, Small made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the sport was transitioning into a more offensive era, although he himself struggled to make a significant impact at the plate.
Throughout his career, Small appeared in 25 games, recording 3 hits and finishing with a batting average of .167. He did not hit any home runs or drive in any runs during his time in the league, but he did manage to steal 1 base, showcasing a glimmer of speed that might have contributed to his overall profile. Despite his limited statistics, Small's presence in the majors during the early 1930s reflects the challenges many players faced in establishing themselves amid the growing popularity of the sport and the increasing competition for roster spots. His story serves as a reminder of the myriad players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if their careers were not defined by prolific achievements.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 0.167 | 0.250 | 0.222 | 0.472 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | BOS | AL | 25 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | BOS | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bates College | Lewiston | ME | 1924, 1925, 1926, 1927 |