Gene Bedford
Born: 12/2/1896 in Dallas, TX, USA
Died: 10/6/1977 in San Antonio, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1925-06-25 | Final Game: 1925-09-16
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: William Eugene Bedford
Biography
Gene Bedford, born in 1896, had a brief career in Major League Baseball during the 1925 season. He played as a position player, making appearances in two games for the team. Despite the opportunity to showcase his skills at the highest level, Bedford finished his career without recording any hits, home runs, or runs batted in, resulting in a batting average of 0.0. His statistical output, while not reflective of a robust career, highlights the challenges many players faced during the era, especially in breaking into a competitive league.
Bedford's time in baseball coincided with an era characterized by significant changes in the sport. The mid-1920s were a period of transition, as the game was moving away from the deadball era and embracing a more offensive style of play. While Bedford's contributions to the game may not have been substantial in terms of statistics, his journey represents the myriad players who aspired to succeed in the major leagues, navigating the complexities and competitive nature of professional baseball during that time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | CLE | AL | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | CLE | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centre College | Danville | KY | 1921 |
| Southern Methodist University | Dallas | TX | 1923, 1924, 1925 |