Moose Solters, baseball player, 1934-1943

Moose Solters

Born: 3/22/1906 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Died: 9/28/1975 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1934-04-17 | Final Game: 1943-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Julius Joseph Solters

Biography

Moose Solters, born in 1906, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball who enjoyed a successful career from 1934 until his final game on September 26, 1943. Known for his powerful hitting and consistency at the plate, Solters played in 938 games, amassing 990 hits and achieving a commendable batting average of .289. His offensive contributions included 83 home runs and 599 runs batted in, establishing him as a key player during an era marked by both the Great Depression and the early years of World War II. Solters was recognized for his versatility and speed, evidenced by his 42 stolen bases throughout his career. His ability to combine power with speed made him a valuable asset to his teams, allowing him to impact the game in multiple ways. Throughout his tenure, he was regarded as a formidable competitor, contributing significantly to the teams he played for during a transformative time in baseball history, as the sport began to evolve from the established norms of the early 20th century into a more dynamic and diverse game. Moose Solters' legacy is remembered as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, reflecting the skill and determination of players from his era.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
18.0 16.0 0 3.0 1.0 1.0 0 2.0 2.0 2.0 0 0.188 0.278 0.375 0.653

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
938 3421 503 990 213 42 83 599 42 221 377 0.289 0.334 0.449 0.783 3788.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 825 0 1852 88 80 17

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 687
Center Field 75
Right Field 67

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1935 Most Valuable Player AL 9th 16.0 80 0