Red Barron
Born: 6/21/1900 in Clarkesville, GA, USA
Died: 10/4/1982 in Atlanta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1929-06-10 | Final Game: 1929-07-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: David Irenus Barron
Biography
Red Barron was a professional baseball player born in 1900, who made his mark in the major leagues during a brief career that spanned from 1929 until June 10 of the same year. As a position player, Barron participated in 10 games, where he recorded 4 hits, contributing to a batting average of .19. His limited playing time in the major leagues occurred during a period when baseball was evolving, with the sport moving away from the deadball era towards a more offense-oriented style of play.
Despite his modest statistics, including 0 home runs and 1 run batted in (RBI), Barron showcased his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases. His time in the majors was fleeting, and he remains a lesser-known figure in baseball history, reflective of many players from that era who had brief careers but nonetheless contributed to the rich tapestry of the game. Barron's experience serves as a reminder of the many athletes who aspired to make their mark in the sport, even if their time in the spotlight was short-lived.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 21 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.190 | 0.227 | 0.238 | 0.465 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | BSN | NL | 10 | 21 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 6 | 0 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | BSN | OF | 6 | 0 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 6 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Institute of Technology | Atlanta | GA | 1919, 1920, 1921, 1922 |