Harry Cheek
Born: 4/23/1879 in Kansas City, MO, USA
Died: 8/25/1927 in Redwood City, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1910-04-30 | Final Game: 1910-05-12
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Harry Gordon Cheek
Biography
Harry Cheek was a professional baseball player born in 1879, whose brief career in Major League Baseball spanned from April 30 to May 12, 1910. During his short stint, Cheek showcased his abilities as a position player, appearing in a total of 2 games. He made a notable impact during this limited time, recording 2 hits with a batting average of 0.5, a remarkable figure that underscored his potential despite the brevity of his career.
Cheek played in an era that was characterized by the early stages of professional baseball, a time when the game was evolving rapidly and attracting a growing fan base. Although he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs during his time in the majors, his ability to achieve a 50% batting average reflects a glimpse of talent that could have flourished had circumstances allowed for a longer career. Despite his limited contributions, Harry Cheek remains a part of baseball history, representing the many players who passed through the league during its formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 0.750 | 1.250 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | PHI | NL | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | PHI | C | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 2 |