Negro League player stats include league games, interleague games (against major Negro League competition), and games against select top-level independent Black Baseball teams. Player stats do not include the extensive amount of exhibitions and barnstorming games Negro League teams often played. Negro League data is not complete. Research is still ongoing and we’ll continue to publish updates as more information becomes available. More about data coverage

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Standard Batting
Year Age Tm Lg G PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB CS BB SO BA OBP SLG OPS OPS+ TB GDP HBP SH SF IBB Pos Awards
194027BBBNAL291049213231219110.250.324.337.66098310020*5/4793
1 Yr291049213231219110.250.324.337.66098310020
162 Game Avg.16258151473128611650656.250.324.337.6609817300110

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  • Negro League data is not complete. Measures may unfairly penalize players with fewer league games scheduled. Research is still ongoing and we’ll continue to publish updates as more information becomes available. More about data coverage

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sammy Burton born?

Sammy Burton was born on February 3, 1913.

Where was Sammy Burton born?

Sammy Burton was born in Muskogee, OK.

How tall was Sammy Burton?

Sammy Burton was 5-9 (175 cm) tall.

How much did Sammy Burton weigh when playing?

Sammy Burton weighed 165 lbs (74 kg) when playing.

How many seasons did Sammy Burton play?

Sammy Burton played 1 season.

Is Sammy Burton in the Hall of Fame?

Sammy Burton has not been elected into the Hall of Fame.

What position did Sammy Burton play?

Sammy Burton was a Third Baseman, Outfielder and Second Baseman.

How many hits did Sammy Burton have?

Sammy Burton had 23 hits over his career.

How many home runs did Sammy Burton have?

Sammy Burton had 1 home run over his career.

What was Sammy Burton's average?

Sammy Burton had a .250 average over his career.

How many teams has Sammy Burton played for?

Sammy Burton played for 1 team, the Birmingham Black Barons.

When did Sammy Burton retire?

Sammy Burton last played in 1940.

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