Maurice Archdeacon
Born: 12/14/1898 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 9/5/1954 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1923-09-17 | Final Game: 1925-05-29
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 153 lbs
Full name: Maurice John Archdeacon
Biography
Maurice Archdeacon, born in 1898, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 1920s. He played in the Major Leagues from 1923 until his final game on May 29, 1925. During his brief career, Archdeacon participated in 127 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a position player. He achieved a commendable batting average of .333, highlighting his offensive prowess during an era characterized by evolving hitting techniques and the tail end of the deadball era.
Archdeacon recorded 128 hits over his career, contributing 29 runs batted in and demonstrating his ability to drive in teammates when needed. Although he did not hit any home runs, his speed on the base paths was evident with 13 stolen bases, indicating a playing style that emphasized agility and contact hitting. Archdeacon's contributions to the game, though not extensively documented, reflect the competitive spirit and talent present in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century. His performance remains a testament to the skill and dedication required to succeed in the sport during that transformative period.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 127 | 384 | 84 | 128 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 29 | 13 | 48 | 39 | 0.333 | 0.413 | 0.391 | 0.803 | 879.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | CHW | AL | 22 | 87 | 23 | 35 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 0.402 | 376.4 |
| 1924 | CHW | AL | 95 | 288 | 59 | 92 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 25 | 11 | 40 | 30 | 0.319 | 503.1 |
| 1925 | CHW | AL | 10 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 98 | 0 | 219 | 9 | 12 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | CHA | OF | 20 | 0 | 44 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1924 | CHA | OF | 77 | 0 | 173 | 8 | 8 | 2 |
| 1925 | CHA | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 95 |
| Right Field | 1 |