Harry Barton
Born: 1/20/1875 in Chester, PA, USA
Died: 1/25/1955 in Upland, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1905-04-15 | Final Game: 1905-10-07
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'6" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Harry Lamb Barton
Biography
Harry Barton was a professional baseball player born in 1875, who played in the early 20th century, a time when the game was rapidly evolving with the advent of new strategies and styles. His career spanned from April 15, 1905, to October 7, 1905, during which he participated in 29 games as a position player. Although his offensive statistics were modest, with 10 hits and a batting average of .167, Barton contributed to his team in other ways, collecting 3 RBIs and demonstrating speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases.
Playing in an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more dynamic offensive play that would follow, Barton was part of a generation of players who laid the groundwork for future stars. While he did not achieve significant individual accolades, his presence on the field during a pivotal time in baseball history reflects the broader narrative of the sport's development. Barton's brief career may not have left a lasting impact in terms of statistics, but it nonetheless contributed to the rich tapestry of early Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 60 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 0.167 | 0.206 | 0.233 | 0.440 | -286.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | PHA | AL | 29 | 60 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 0.167 | -286.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| C | 13 | 8 | 48 | 14 | 3 | 0 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | PHA | C | 13 | 8 | 48 | 14 | 3 | 0 |
| 1905 | PHA | 1B | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1905 | PHA | 3B | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1905 | PHA | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 13 |
| First Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Right Field | 1 |