George Zeber
Born: 8/29/1950 in Ellwood City, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-05-07 | Final Game: 1978-06-14
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: George William Zeber
Biography
George Zeber, born in 1950, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1977 to 1978. Primarily serving as a position player, Zeber made his mark in the Major Leagues during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by the shift from the power-oriented play of the 1970s towards a more balanced approach in the late 20th century. He played a total of 28 games, during which he showcased his hitting prowess with a remarkable batting average of .296.
Throughout his brief career, Zeber recorded 21 hits, including 3 home runs, and drove in 10 runs, reflecting his ability to contribute offensively when called upon. While he did not steal any bases, his solid performance at the plate established him as a competent hitter in the league. Although his time in Major League Baseball was short-lived, Zeber's achievements on the field remain a testament to his skill during a dynamic era in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 71 | 8 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 0.296 | 0.375 | 0.465 | 0.840 | 300.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | NYY | AL | 25 | 65 | 8 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 0.323 | 300.1 |
| 1978 | NYY | AL | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | WS | NYA | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 22 | 16 | 43 | 58 | 5 | 11 |
| 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | NYA | 2B | 21 | 15 | 42 | 56 | 4 | 11 |
| 1977 | NYA | 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | NYA | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | NYA | 2B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 22 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |