Luke Boone
Born: 5/6/1890 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Died: 7/29/1982 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-09-09 | Final Game: 1918-09-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Lute Joseph Boone
Biography
Luke Boone was a professional baseball player born in 1890, whose career spanned from 1913 until his retirement in 1918. Primarily a position player, Boone participated in 315 games throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. He recorded 215 hits, achieving a batting average of .209, which reflected the challenging hitting environment of the era. Known for his speed on the base paths, he successfully stole 32 bases and contributed 76 runs batted in, along with 6 home runs, showcasing his ability to impact games in various ways.
Playing during the early 20th century, Boone's career coincided with a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. Although he may not have been among the most celebrated players of his time, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant, and he remained a dedicated athlete in a competitive landscape. Boone's legacy is that of a determined player who navigated the rigors of early professional baseball, leaving behind a record that reflects both his efforts and the era in which he played.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 315 | 1028 | 102 | 215 | 27 | 4 | 6 | 76 | 32 | 91 | 111 | 0.209 | 0.282 | 0.261 | 0.543 | -2927.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | NYY | AL | 6 | 12 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | NYY | AL | 106 | 370 | 34 | 82 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 21 | 10 | 31 | 41 | 0.222 | -1160.5 |
| 1915 | NYY | AL | 130 | 431 | 44 | 88 | 12 | 2 | 5 | 43 | 14 | 41 | 53 | 0.204 | -1022.8 |
| 1916 | NYY | AL | 46 | 124 | 14 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 0.185 | -431.5 |
| 1918 | PIT | NL | 27 | 91 | 7 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 0.198 | -312.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 214 | 0 | 499 | 708 | 45 | 94 |
| 3B | 38 | 0 | 42 | 71 | 5 | 6 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 53 | 0 | 101 | 153 | 27 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | NYA | SS | 4 | 0 | 8 | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| 1914 | NYA | 2B | 90 | 0 | 238 | 294 | 22 | 32 |
| 1914 | NYA | 3B | 9 | 0 | 11 | 16 | 3 | 1 |
| 1914 | NYA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1915 | NYA | 2B | 115 | 0 | 249 | 392 | 23 | 59 |
| 1915 | NYA | 3B | 4 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1915 | NYA | SS | 11 | 0 | 15 | 20 | 1 | 2 |
| 1916 | NYA | 2B | 8 | 0 | 12 | 21 | 0 | 3 |
| 1916 | NYA | 3B | 25 | 0 | 24 | 48 | 2 | 5 |
| 1916 | NYA | SS | 12 | 0 | 22 | 39 | 11 | 3 |
| 1918 | PIT | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1918 | PIT | SS | 26 | 0 | 56 | 84 | 12 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 212 |
| Third Base | 39 |
| Shortstop | 58 |
| Right Field | 2 |