Clyde Barnhart
Born: 12/29/1895 in Buck Valley, PA, USA
Died: 1/21/1980 in Hagerstown, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1920-09-22 | Final Game: 1928-08-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Clyde Lee Barnhart
Biography
Clyde Barnhart was a professional baseball player who played a significant role in Major League Baseball during the 1920s. Born in 1895, Barnhart enjoyed a career that spanned from 1920 to 1928, during which he appeared in 814 games. Renowned for his solid batting skills, he finished his career with a commendable batting average of .295, showcasing his ability to hit for both average and power. Over his career, he amassed 788 hits, including 27 home runs, and contributed 436 RBIs to his teams. Additionally, he displayed speed on the bases, recording 35 stolen bases.
Barnhart's playing style was characterized by a keen eye at the plate and a consistent approach, making him a valuable asset to his teams. He played during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the rise of offense and the integration of various playing styles. His contributions on the field left a lasting impact, and he remains a notable figure in the history of the game, celebrated for his performance during a vibrant period in baseball history.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | 6.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.556 | 0.500 | 1.056 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | 9.0 | 6.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.556 | 0.500 | 1.056 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 814 | 2673 | 404 | 788 | 121 | 61 | 27 | 436 | 35 | 265 | 149 | 0.295 | 0.360 | 0.416 | 0.776 | 2048.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | PIT | NL | 12 | 46 | 5 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.326 | 0.0 |
| 1921 | PIT | NL | 124 | 449 | 66 | 116 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 62 | 3 | 32 | 36 | 0.258 | -922.5 |
| 1922 | PIT | NL | 75 | 209 | 30 | 69 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 38 | 3 | 25 | 7 | 0.330 | 469.1 |
| 1923 | PIT | NL | 114 | 327 | 60 | 106 | 25 | 13 | 9 | 72 | 5 | 47 | 21 | 0.324 | 2010.0 |
| 1924 | PIT | NL | 102 | 344 | 49 | 95 | 6 | 11 | 3 | 51 | 8 | 30 | 17 | 0.276 | -215.3 |
| 1925 | PIT | NL | 142 | 539 | 85 | 175 | 32 | 11 | 4 | 114 | 9 | 59 | 25 | 0.325 | 1158.5 |
| 1926 | PIT | NL | 76 | 203 | 26 | 39 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 23 | 13 | 0.192 | -1219.5 |
| 1927 | PIT | NL | 108 | 360 | 65 | 115 | 23 | 4 | 3 | 54 | 2 | 37 | 19 | 0.319 | 788.3 |
| 1928 | PIT | NL | 61 | 196 | 18 | 58 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 30 | 3 | 11 | 9 | 0.296 | -20.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 44 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 0.273 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | WS | PIT | 4 | 16 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.312 |
| 1925 | WS | PIT | 7 | 28 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 161 | 0 | 146 | 259 | 21 | 26 |
| OF | 547 | 0 | 1120 | 48 | 32 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | PIT | 3B | 12 | 0 | 10 | 23 | 1 | 3 |
| 1921 | PIT | 3B | 118 | 0 | 101 | 204 | 14 | 19 |
| 1922 | PIT | 3B | 30 | 0 | 35 | 32 | 6 | 4 |
| 1922 | PIT | OF | 26 | 0 | 41 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1923 | PIT | OF | 92 | 0 | 179 | 14 | 3 | 1 |
| 1924 | PIT | OF | 88 | 0 | 186 | 8 | 6 | 3 |
| 1925 | PIT | OF | 138 | 0 | 295 | 11 | 12 | 2 |
| 1926 | PIT | OF | 61 | 0 | 101 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1927 | PIT | OF | 94 | 0 | 222 | 5 | 5 | 2 |
| 1928 | PIT | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1928 | PIT | OF | 48 | 0 | 96 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 160 |
| Left Field | 335 |
| Right Field | 213 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania | Shippensburg | PA | 1915, 1916 |