George Staller
Born: 4/1/1916 in Rutherford Heights, PA, USA
Died: 7/3/1992 in Harrisburg, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1943-09-14 | Final Game: 1943-10-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: George Walborn Staller
Biography
George Staller, born in 1916, was a professional baseball player who made a brief yet notable impact in Major League Baseball during the early 1940s. His career spanned from September 14, 1943, to October 3, 1943, during a tumultuous time in American history marked by World War II. As a position player, Staller appeared in 21 games, where he showcased his talents with a batting average of .271. He collected 23 hits, including 3 home runs and drove in 12 runs, demonstrating a solid offensive presence in a league facing player shortages due to the war.
Though his time in the majors was relatively short, Staller's performance reflected the competitive spirit of the era, as players often stepped up to fill the gaps left by those serving in the military. With 1 stolen base to his name, he also exhibited a measure of speed that complemented his hitting ability. While Staller may not have achieved long-lasting fame, his contributions during a critical period in baseball history remain a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 85 | 14 | 23 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 0.271 | 0.326 | 0.459 | 0.785 | 197.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | PHA | AL | 21 | 85 | 14 | 23 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 0.271 | 197.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 20 | 0 | 42 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | PHA | OF | 20 | 0 | 42 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Right Field | 20 |