Forrest Cady, baseball player, 1912-1919

Forrest Cady

Born: 1/26/1886 in Bishop Hill, IL, USA

Died: 3/3/1946 in Cedar Rapids, IA, USA

MLB Debut: 1912-04-26 | Final Game: 1919-07-09

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 179 lbs

Full name: Forrest Leroy Cady

Biography

Forrest Cady was a professional baseball player born in 1886, who played in Major League Baseball from 1912 to 1919. Primarily a position player, Cady appeared in 355 games during his career, showcasing his versatility and commitment on the field. Known for his steady presence in the lineup, he compiled a career total of 216 hits and 74 RBIs, achieving a batting average of .240. His offensive contributions were complemented by his speed on the bases, as he recorded 4 stolen bases throughout his time in the league. Cady played during a transitional period in baseball history, which saw the sport evolving from the deadball era into a more dynamic style of play. While he hit only 1 home run in his career, his role was often more focused on contact hitting and driving in runs rather than power. Despite not being a standout star, Cady's contributions to his teams reflected the grit and determination characteristic of players of his era, making him a notable figure in the early years of professional baseball. He remained active in the game until his retirement on July 9, 1919, leaving behind a legacy of dedication to the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
355 901 83 216 47 11 1 74 4 66 91 0.240 0.297 0.320 0.616 -790.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
13 32 2 6 0 0 0 1 4 5 0.188

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1916 WS BOS 2 4 1 1 0 0 0 0 3 0 0.250
1915 WS BOS 4 6 0 2 0 0 0 0 1 2 0.333
1912 WS BOS 7 22 1 3 0 0 0 1 0 3 0.136

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 7 0 38 3 0 2
C 323 0 1304 360 35 28

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 320
First Base 8