Dave Barbee
Born: 5/7/1905 in Greensboro, NC, USA
Died: 7/1/1968 in Albemarle, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1926-07-29 | Final Game: 1932-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 178 lbs
Full name: David Monroe Barbee
Biography
Dave Barbee was a professional baseball player born in 1905, who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 1926 and 1932. Primarily playing as a position player, Barbee participated in a total of 116 games during his career. He recorded 92 hits, which included 6 home runs and 60 runs batted in, contributing to a batting average of .246. His lone stolen base highlighted his speed on the bases, although he was not primarily known for his swiftness.
Barbee's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era into a more power-driven game. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, his contributions on the field reflected the hustle and grit of players from that era. His legacy remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the dedication and passion that defined the game in the early 20th century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 116 | 374 | 44 | 92 | 23 | 7 | 6 | 60 | 1 | 20 | 42 | 0.246 | 0.290 | 0.393 | 0.683 | -615.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | PHA | AL | 19 | 47 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.170 | -246.3 |
| 1932 | PIT | NL | 97 | 327 | 37 | 84 | 22 | 6 | 5 | 55 | 1 | 18 | 38 | 0.257 | -369.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 88 | 0 | 208 | 6 | 5 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | PHA | OF | 10 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1932 | PIT | OF | 78 | 0 | 190 | 5 | 5 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 77 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 10 |