Babe Barna
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Babe Barna
| Born: | March 2, 1915 |
| Birthplace: | Clarksburg WV USA |
| Hometown: | Charleston WV USA |
| Height: | 6' 2" |
| Weight: | 210 lbs |
| Bats: | Left |
| Throws: | Right |
| Drafted: | n/a |
| College: | West Virginia University |
| High School: | Bridgeport High School |
| Other Teams: | Philadelphia Athletics 1937-1938 New York Giants 1941-1943 |
| Years with Boston: | 1943 |
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Overall Career
Herbert Paul (Babe) Barna (born March 2, 1915 in Clarksburg, West Virginia) was an all-around star while at the University of West Virginia, where his best baseball season was in 1936 when he batted .452 (sixth best in WVU history). He first played for Connie Mack but was never given much time despite his impressive start during his rookie season. His best season in the majors was with the 1942 Giants.
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Barna's Moments in the Sun
- Tied for fifth in NL with 7 triples in 1942.
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Trivia
An outstanding three-sport star from 1934-37 at West Virginia University, he was selected in the seventh round of the NFL draft by the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Transactions
- April 8, 1939: Purchased by the Washington Senators from the Philadelphia Athletics.
- July 22, 1941: Purchased by the New York Giants from the Minneapolis (American Association).
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External Links
- Baseball-Reference.com - Career Statistics and Analysis
- WVU Hall of Fame
