Jerry Snyder
Born: 7/21/1929 in Jenks, OK, USA
Died: 1/31/2022 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1952-05-08 | Final Game: 1958-05-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Jerry George Snyder
Biography
Jerry Snyder, born in 1929, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1952 until his retirement on May 10, 1958. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 266 games, showcasing his skills primarily in the outfield. Snyder recorded 145 hits, contributing to a batting average of .230. Although he hit only 3 home runs, he demonstrated versatility on the bases with 7 stolen bases and drove in 47 runs, highlighting his ability to contribute to his team's offense in various ways.
Snyder's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, marked by the post-war boom and the gradual integration of the game. While he may not have been a household name, his perseverance and dedication to the sport reflected the spirit of the era. His contributions on the field, though modest in statistical terms, were vital to the teams he played for, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 266 | 630 | 60 | 145 | 18 | 2 | 3 | 47 | 7 | 46 | 59 | 0.230 | 0.283 | 0.279 | 0.562 | -2323.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | WSN | AL | 36 | 57 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 0.158 | -377.0 |
| 1953 | WSN | AL | 29 | 62 | 10 | 21 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 0.339 | 92.1 |
| 1954 | WSN | AL | 64 | 154 | 17 | 36 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 18 | 0.234 | -593.0 |
| 1955 | WSN | AL | 46 | 107 | 7 | 24 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 0.224 | -489.8 |
| 1956 | WSN | AL | 43 | 148 | 14 | 40 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 1 | 10 | 9 | 0.270 | -209.8 |
| 1957 | WSN | AL | 42 | 93 | 6 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.151 | -745.5 |
| 1958 | WSN | AL | 6 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 70 | 37 | 163 | 153 | 14 | 50 |
| 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| SS | 140 | 93 | 188 | 355 | 16 | 72 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | WS1 | 2B | 19 | 0 | 34 | 49 | 3 | 12 |
| 1952 | WS1 | SS | 4 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1953 | WS1 | 2B | 4 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1953 | WS1 | SS | 17 | 0 | 28 | 54 | 1 | 10 |
| 1954 | WS1 | 2B | 3 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1954 | WS1 | SS | 48 | 44 | 81 | 145 | 5 | 31 |
| 1955 | WS1 | 2B | 22 | 22 | 66 | 63 | 3 | 24 |
| 1955 | WS1 | SS | 20 | 5 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1956 | WS1 | 2B | 7 | 7 | 17 | 18 | 4 | 5 |
| 1956 | WS1 | SS | 35 | 32 | 47 | 106 | 5 | 23 |
| 1957 | WS1 | 2B | 13 | 5 | 26 | 14 | 0 | 7 |
| 1957 | WS1 | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 1957 | WS1 | SS | 15 | 12 | 17 | 39 | 2 | 8 |
| 1958 | WS1 | 2B | 2 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1958 | WS1 | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 70 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 140 |