Ginger Beaumont
Born: 7/23/1876 in Rochester, WI, USA
Died: 4/10/1956 in Burlington, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1899-04-21 | Final Game: 1910-10-15
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Clarence Howeth Beaumont
Biography
Ginger Beaumont was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball who had a noteworthy career spanning from 1899 to 1910. Born in 1876, Beaumont made his mark during an era characterized by the burgeoning popularity of baseball in America. Over his 11-year career, he played in 1,463 games and achieved a remarkable batting average of .311, which underscored his prowess at the plate. Beaumont's offensive contributions included 1,759 hits, 39 home runs, and 617 runs batted in, showcasing his ability to both get on base and drive in runs.
Notably, Beaumont also excelled in base running, recording 254 stolen bases throughout his career, which reflected the aggressive style of play that was becoming more prevalent in the early 20th century. His combination of speed and hitting ability made him a significant asset to the teams he played for. Beaumont's legacy is remembered not only for his individual achievements but also for his contributions to the evolution of the game during a transformative period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1463 | 5660 | 955 | 1759 | 182 | 82 | 39 | 617 | 254 | 425 | 314 | 0.311 | 0.362 | 0.393 | 0.755 | 16805.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1899 | PIT | NL | 111 | 437 | 90 | 154 | 15 | 8 | 3 | 38 | 31 | 41 | 27 | 0.352 | 1916.4 |
| 1900 | PIT | NL | 138 | 567 | 105 | 158 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 50 | 27 | 40 | 34 | 0.279 | -250.5 |
| 1901 | PIT | NL | 133 | 558 | 120 | 185 | 14 | 5 | 8 | 72 | 36 | 44 | 39 | 0.332 | 1911.3 |
| 1902 | PIT | NL | 130 | 541 | 100 | 193 | 21 | 6 | 0 | 67 | 33 | 39 | 40 | 0.357 | 2505.2 |
| 1903 | PIT | NL | 141 | 613 | 137 | 209 | 30 | 6 | 7 | 68 | 23 | 44 | 18 | 0.341 | 3054.0 |
| 1904 | PIT | NL | 153 | 615 | 97 | 185 | 12 | 12 | 3 | 54 | 28 | 34 | 22 | 0.301 | 1530.2 |
| 1905 | PIT | NL | 103 | 384 | 60 | 126 | 12 | 8 | 3 | 40 | 21 | 22 | 17 | 0.328 | 1559.9 |
| 1906 | PIT | NL | 80 | 310 | 48 | 82 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 32 | 1 | 19 | 14 | 0.265 | 156.1 |
| 1907 | BSN | NL | 150 | 580 | 67 | 187 | 19 | 14 | 4 | 62 | 25 | 37 | 31 | 0.322 | 2812.8 |
| 1908 | BSN | NL | 125 | 476 | 66 | 127 | 20 | 6 | 2 | 52 | 13 | 42 | 32 | 0.267 | 989.3 |
| 1909 | BSN | NL | 123 | 407 | 35 | 107 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 60 | 12 | 35 | 26 | 0.263 | 179.4 |
| 1910 | CHC | NL | 76 | 172 | 30 | 46 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 22 | 4 | 28 | 14 | 0.267 | 441.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 36 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | WS | CHN | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1903 | WS | PIT | 8 | 34 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0.265 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| OF | 1407 | 741 | 2845 | 167 | 139 | 52 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1899 | PIT | 1B | 2 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 1899 | PIT | OF | 100 | 0 | 235 | 20 | 21 | 6 |
| 1900 | PIT | OF | 138 | 0 | 274 | 10 | 17 | 3 |
| 1901 | PIT | OF | 133 | 0 | 289 | 8 | 18 | 2 |
| 1902 | PIT | OF | 130 | 0 | 260 | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| 1903 | PIT | OF | 141 | 0 | 258 | 15 | 15 | 2 |
| 1904 | PIT | OF | 153 | 153 | 287 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
| 1905 | PIT | OF | 97 | 93 | 200 | 12 | 6 | 5 |
| 1906 | PIT | OF | 78 | 78 | 148 | 6 | 9 | 2 |
| 1907 | BSN | OF | 149 | 147 | 296 | 30 | 13 | 12 |
| 1908 | BSN | OF | 121 | 120 | 257 | 17 | 10 | 3 |
| 1909 | BSN | OF | 111 | 106 | 234 | 15 | 8 | 3 |
| 1910 | CHN | OF | 56 | 44 | 107 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 18 |
| Center Field | 1384 |
| Right Field | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beloit College | Beloit | WI | 1898 |