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
Player Value--Batting
- WAR Explained (v2.2): 8+ MVP, 5+ A-S, 2+ Starter, 0-2 Sub, < 0 Repl
Advanced Batting
Sabermetric Batting
Ratio Batting *
Cumulative Batting
Neutralized Batting
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Appearances on Leaderboards, Awards, and Honors
Hall of Fame Statistics
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Charlie Shields born?
Charlie Shields was born on October 20, 1922.
Where was Charlie Shields born?
Charlie Shields was born in Whipple, WV.
How tall was Charlie Shields?
Charlie Shields was 6-2 (188 cm) tall.
How much did Charlie Shields weigh when playing?
Charlie Shields weighed 206 lbs (93 kg) when playing.
How many seasons did Charlie Shields play?
Charlie Shields played 3 seasons.
Is Charlie Shields in the Hall of Fame?
Charlie Shields has not been elected into the Hall of Fame.
What position did Charlie Shields play?
Charlie Shields was a Pitcher, First Baseman and Outfielder.
How many strikeouts did Charlie Shields have?
Charlie Shields had 56 strikeouts over his career.
How many teams has Charlie Shields played for?
Charlie Shields played for 3 teams; the Chicago American Giants, New York Cubans and Homestead Grays.
When did Charlie Shields retire?
Charlie Shields last played in 1943.
Standard Batting