Earl Clark, baseball player, 1927-1934

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 40
Center Field 146
Right Field 37