As a 20-year-old rookie in 1943, Kreitner was the tenth youngest player to appear in a National League game. He was a typical example of what veteran catcher Mike González termed "good field, no hit" player.\n', '

Kreitner was one of many ballplayers who only appeared in the major leagues during World War II conflict. He debuted with the Cubs on September 28, 1943 in a home doubleheader against the New York Giants at Wrigley Field.\n', '

In a 42-game career, Kreitner posted a batting average of .172 (16-for-93), which included 14 singles and two doubles, scoring three runs while driving in three more. In limited playing time he had good numbers as a catcher, handling 126 out of 127 chances successfully for a solid .992 fielding percentage.\n', '

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