Clyde Sukeforth
Born: 11/30/1901 in Washington, ME, USA
Died: 9/3/2000 in Waldoboro, ME, USA
MLB Debut: 1926-05-31 | Final Game: 1945-06-07
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Clyde Leroy Sukeforth
Biography
Clyde Sukeforth was a professional baseball player born in 1901, whose career spanned from 1926 until his retirement on June 7, 1945. Primarily a position player, Sukeforth appeared in 486 games over the course of his time in Major League Baseball. He made his mark with a batting average of .264, tallying 326 hits, 2 home runs, and 96 RBIs throughout his career. Known for his speed on the bases, he also accumulated 12 stolen bases.
Sukeforth played during a transformative period in baseball history, navigating the tail end of the deadball era and witnessing the game's evolution leading into the post-World War II era. His contributions as a player were significant, as he was a part of a generation that laid the groundwork for the future of the sport. While not among the most prolific sluggers of his time, Sukeforth's consistent performance and versatility on the field helped him carve out a respectable career in the major leagues.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 486 | 1237 | 122 | 326 | 50 | 14 | 2 | 96 | 12 | 95 | 57 | 0.264 | 0.319 | 0.331 | 0.650 | -2152.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | CIN | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1927 | CIN | NL | 38 | 58 | 12 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 0.190 | -313.7 |
| 1928 | CIN | NL | 33 | 53 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.132 | -456.5 |
| 1929 | CIN | NL | 84 | 237 | 31 | 84 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 33 | 8 | 17 | 6 | 0.354 | 491.6 |
| 1930 | CIN | NL | 94 | 296 | 30 | 84 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 19 | 1 | 17 | 12 | 0.284 | -898.8 |
| 1931 | CIN | NL | 112 | 351 | 22 | 90 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 38 | 13 | 0.256 | -610.3 |
| 1932 | BRO | NL | 59 | 111 | 14 | 26 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 12 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 0.234 | -344.8 |
| 1933 | BRO | NL | 20 | 36 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.056 | 0.0 |
| 1934 | BRO | NL | 27 | 43 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.163 | 0.0 |
| 1945 | BRO | NL | 18 | 51 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0.294 | -20.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 399 | 0 | 1041 | 190 | 33 | 29 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | CIN | C | 24 | 0 | 52 | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| 1928 | CIN | C | 26 | 0 | 48 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| 1929 | CIN | C | 76 | 0 | 171 | 40 | 4 | 4 |
| 1930 | CIN | C | 82 | 0 | 234 | 46 | 7 | 8 |
| 1931 | CIN | C | 106 | 0 | 300 | 59 | 13 | 9 |
| 1932 | BRO | C | 36 | 0 | 95 | 13 | 1 | 2 |
| 1933 | BRO | C | 18 | 0 | 50 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| 1934 | BRO | C | 18 | 0 | 38 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 1945 | BRO | C | 13 | 0 | 53 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 400 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University | Washington | DC | 1924, 1925 |