Buck Varner, baseball player, 1952-1952

Buck Varner

Born: 8/17/1930 in Hixson, TN, USA

Died: 4/29/2000 in Chattanooga, TN, USA

MLB Debut: 1952-09-19 | Final Game: 1952-09-23

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Glen Gann Varner

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Biography

Buck Varner was a professional baseball player born in 1930, whose playing career spanned a brief but notable period in Major League Baseball from September 19 to September 23, 1952. Varner primarily played as a position player and made his mark during a time when the league was transitioning from the post-war era into the more dynamic phases of the 1950s. Although his career was short-lived, he had the distinction of reaching the major leagues, a feat that many aspiring players dream of achieving. During his time in the majors, Varner appeared in 2 games but did not record any hits, home runs, or runs batted in, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0. Despite these statistics, Varner's presence on a major league roster is a testament to his talent and the competitive nature of baseball during that era. Players like Varner contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the challenges and aspirations of those who sought to excel in America's pastime. His brief foray into the major leagues remains a part of the legacy of the game, representing the countless players who have strived to make their mark on the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
2 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.000 0.200 0.000 0.200 0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .200 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 38.8% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .370 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.200 vs. league average 0.696 across their career seasons — 71.3% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1952 WSN AL 2 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1 0 1 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1952 WS1 OF 1 0 1 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 1