Chuck Stevens
Born: 7/10/1918 in Van Houten, NM, USA
Died: 5/28/2018 in Garden Grove, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1941-09-16 | Final Game: 1948-07-25
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Charles Augustus Stevens
Biography
Chuck Stevens was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1941 to 1948. Born in 1918, Stevens made his mark in the major leagues during a time of significant change in the sport, transitioning from the pre-World War II era into the post-war landscape of the late 1940s. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 211 games, accumulating 184 hits and achieving a batting average of .251. His contributions to his teams included 4 home runs and 55 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and provide consistent offensive support.
Stevens was known for his versatility and tenacity on the field, reflected in his 6 stolen bases, which highlighted his speed and awareness of the game. While he may not have been a standout star, his reliability and work ethic made him a valuable asset to the clubs he played for during his career. The era in which he played was characterized by the emergence of new talent and the gradual integration of players into the league, setting the stage for future generations of athletes. Stevens' legacy, while modest in statistical terms, remains a testament to the grit and determination that defined many players of his time.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28.0 | 25.0 | 2.0 | 8.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.320 | 0.370 | 0.400 | 0.770 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 9.0 | 8.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.333 | 0.375 | 0.708 |
| 1948 | 19.0 | 17.0 | 1.0 | 6.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.353 | 0.389 | 0.412 | 0.801 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 211 | 732 | 89 | 184 | 29 | 8 | 4 | 55 | 6 | 88 | 89 | 0.251 | 0.333 | 0.329 | 0.663 | -544.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | SLA | AL | 4 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1946 | SLA | AL | 122 | 432 | 53 | 107 | 17 | 4 | 3 | 27 | 4 | 47 | 62 | 0.248 | -400.1 |
| 1948 | SLA | AL | 85 | 287 | 34 | 75 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 26 | 2 | 41 | 26 | 0.261 | -144.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 209 | 0 | 1785 | 142 | 14 | 190 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | SLA | 1B | 4 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 1946 | SLA | 1B | 120 | 0 | 1020 | 86 | 6 | 98 |
| 1948 | SLA | 1B | 85 | 0 | 737 | 56 | 7 | 89 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 209 |