Allen Benson
Born: 3/28/1905 in Hurley, SD, USA
Died: 11/16/1999 in Viborg, SD, USA
MLB Debut: 1934-08-19 | Final Game: 1934-08-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Allen Wilbert Benson
Biography
Allen Benson, born in 1905, was a professional baseball player whose brief career spanned from August 19 to August 26, 1934. As a position player, Benson made a notable mark in the game despite only appearing in two major league games. His time in the sport coincided with an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-driven style of play, yet he faced challenges that limited his impact on the field.
Throughout his career, Benson struggled to find his footing, finishing with a batting average of 0.0, with no hits, home runs, or RBIs recorded. Despite the lack of statistical accomplishments, his presence in the major leagues during the 1930s places him among the ranks of players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if only for a fleeting moment. His experience reflects the challenges many athletes faced in establishing themselves in a competitive environment, highlighting the complexities of a career in professional sports.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 19 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 12.10 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | WSN | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.7 | 19 | 13 | 5 | 4 | 12.10 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | WSN | AL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | WS1 | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |