Scotty Barr, baseball player, 1908-1909

Scotty Barr

Born: 10/6/1886 in Bristol, TN, USA

Died: 12/2/1934 in Fort Worth, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1908-08-22 | Final Game: 1909-07-17

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Hyder Edward Barr

Biography

Scotty Barr, born in 1886, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1908 to 1909, during a transformative era in baseball when the sport was beginning to establish its modern identity. Barr played primarily as a position player and appeared in 41 games over his brief career. Although he faced challenges at the plate, finishing with a batting average of .112, he contributed to his teams with 12 hits, 2 RBIs, and 2 stolen bases. Despite his limited offensive output, Barr's presence on the field reflected the grit and determination of players in the sport's formative years. He played during a time when baseball was transitioning from the deadball era to a more dynamic style of play, setting the stage for future generations of athletes. While his impact may not have been statistically significant, Barr's journey through the game serves as a reminder of the many players who helped shape baseball into the beloved American pastime it is today.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
41 107 9 12 3 0 0 2 2 14 22 0.112 0.228 0.140 0.368 -563.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 9 4 44 3 5 1
2B 11 11 15 21 3 0
3B 4 4 2 4 1 0
OF 17 14 36 0 2 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 7
Second Base 11
Third Base 4
Left Field 2
Center Field 16
Right Field 1

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Davidson College Davidson NC 1908