Career
He was a native of Walla Walla, Washington. Criscola is one of many ballplayers who only appeared in the major leagues during World World War World War II He hit very well in his 91 games in 1942, going 47-for-158, a.297 batting average. He didn"t fare as well in 1943 and 1944, hitting a combined.211 in 93 games.
Career totals include a batting average of.248, 1 home run, 28 runs batted in, 35 runs, and an on-base percentage of.307.
He was a slightly below average fielder for his era (966), and was used many times as a pinch-hitter during his 3-year MLB career. Criscola died in Louisiana Jolla, California at the age of 86.