Harry Armbruster
Born: 3/20/1882 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
Died: 12/10/1953 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1906-04-30 | Final Game: 1906-10-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Harry Gregory Armbruster
Biography
Harry Armbruster was a professional baseball player born in 1882, who had a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball from 1906. Primarily a position player, Armbruster appeared in 91 games over the course of the 1906 season, showcasing his skills during a time when baseball was transitioning into the modern era. He made a modest impact at the plate, recording 63 hits and finishing the season with a batting average of .238. His contributions included 2 home runs and 24 runs batted in, along with 13 stolen bases, demonstrating his ability to contribute both as a hitter and a base runner.
Armbruster's career unfolded during a period when the game was characterized by its evolving strategies and the increasing emphasis on speed and athleticism. Although his time in the league was limited to a single season, Armbruster's performance reflected the competitive nature of early 20th-century baseball, which was beginning to embrace more dynamic styles of play. While he may not have achieved long-term fame, his presence on the field during this formative time in baseball history remains a part of the sport's rich tapestry.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | 265 | 40 | 63 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 24 | 13 | 43 | 39 | 0.238 | 0.353 | 0.306 | 0.658 | 485.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | PHA | AL | 91 | 265 | 40 | 63 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 24 | 13 | 43 | 39 | 0.238 | 485.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 74 | 69 | 124 | 9 | 4 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | PHA | OF | 74 | 69 | 124 | 9 | 4 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 38 |
| Right Field | 34 |