Lloyd Christenbury
Born: 10/19/1893 in Mecklenburg County, NC, USA
Died: 12/13/1944 in Birmingham, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1919-09-20 | Final Game: 1922-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Lloyd Reid Christenbury
Biography
Lloyd Christenbury was a professional baseball player born in 1893 who made his mark in the Major Leagues during the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1919 to 1922, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-focused game. Christenbury played a total of 205 games, during which he demonstrated a solid batting ability with a career batting average of .273. He recorded 113 hits, including 4 home runs, and drove in 47 runs, contributing to his teams' offensive efforts during his tenure.
Known for his agility and speed on the base paths, Christenbury also managed to steal 5 bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game beyond just hitting. His career unfolded in an era when baseball was evolving, and players like him played a crucial role in shaping the game as it began to embrace a more power-oriented style. Though his time in the league was relatively brief, Christenbury's contributions to the teams he played for reflect the hard work and dedication that characterized the players of his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 205 | 414 | 78 | 113 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 47 | 5 | 54 | 32 | 0.273 | 0.362 | 0.365 | 0.727 | 86.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | BSN | NL | 7 | 31 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.290 | 0.0 |
| 1920 | BSN | NL | 65 | 106 | 17 | 22 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 0.208 | -351.1 |
| 1921 | BSN | NL | 62 | 125 | 34 | 44 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 16 | 3 | 21 | 7 | 0.352 | 714.6 |
| 1922 | BSN | NL | 71 | 152 | 22 | 38 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 2 | 18 | 11 | 0.250 | -277.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 43 | 0 | 79 | 104 | 15 | 12 |
| 3B | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| OF | 53 | 0 | 95 | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| SS | 9 | 0 | 14 | 27 | 5 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | BSN | OF | 7 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1920 | BSN | 2B | 6 | 0 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 2 |
| 1920 | BSN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1920 | BSN | SS | 7 | 0 | 14 | 25 | 5 | 4 |
| 1920 | BSN | OF | 14 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1921 | BSN | 2B | 32 | 0 | 64 | 75 | 13 | 9 |
| 1921 | BSN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1921 | BSN | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1922 | BSN | 2B | 5 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 1 |
| 1922 | BSN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1922 | BSN | OF | 32 | 0 | 65 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 43 |
| Third Base | 6 |
| Shortstop | 9 |
| Left Field | 42 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 9 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davidson College | Davidson | NC | 1914 |