Earl Clark
Born: 11/6/1907 in Washington, DC, USA
Died: 1/16/1938 in Washington, DC, USA
MLB Debut: 1927-08-17 | Final Game: 1934-05-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Bailey Earl Clark
Biography
Earl Clark was a professional baseball player born in 1907, who played as a position player from 1927 until his retirement on May 25, 1934. Over the course of his career, he participated in 293 games, showcasing a strong batting average of .291 that highlighted his offensive capabilities during a time when the game was evolving. Known for his agility on the base paths, Clark recorded 11 stolen bases in addition to his offensive contributions, which included 240 hits, 4 home runs, and 81 RBIs.
Clark's career unfolded during an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach in Major League Baseball. His ability to hit for average and contribute to his team's run production made him a valuable asset, even as the game began to embrace more power-hitting strategies. Although he played a relatively short career, his performance left a lasting impression, making him a notable figure in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 293 | 826 | 122 | 240 | 41 | 7 | 4 | 81 | 11 | 37 | 79 | 0.291 | 0.324 | 0.372 | 0.696 | -813.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | BSN | NL | 13 | 44 | 6 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
| 1928 | BSN | NL | 28 | 112 | 18 | 34 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0.304 | -17.3 |
| 1929 | BSN | NL | 84 | 279 | 43 | 88 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 30 | 6 | 12 | 30 | 0.315 | -230.1 |
| 1930 | BSN | NL | 82 | 233 | 29 | 69 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 28 | 3 | 7 | 22 | 0.296 | -409.1 |
| 1931 | BSN | NL | 16 | 50 | 8 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 0.220 | -157.3 |
| 1932 | BSN | NL | 50 | 44 | 11 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1933 | BSN | NL | 7 | 23 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.348 | 0.0 |
| 1934 | SLA | AL | 13 | 41 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 222 | 0 | 569 | 14 | 11 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | BSN | OF | 13 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1928 | BSN | OF | 27 | 0 | 77 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1929 | BSN | OF | 74 | 0 | 216 | 7 | 5 | 3 |
| 1930 | BSN | OF | 63 | 0 | 165 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 1931 | BSN | OF | 14 | 0 | 30 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1932 | BSN | OF | 16 | 0 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1933 | BSN | OF | 6 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1934 | SLA | OF | 9 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 40 |
| Center Field | 146 |
| Right Field | 37 |