Otis Clymer, baseball player, 1905-1913

Otis Clymer

Born: 1/27/1876 in Pine Grove, PA, USA

Died: 2/27/1926 in St. Paul, MN, USA

MLB Debut: 1905-04-14 | Final Game: 1913-08-08

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Otis Edgar Clymer

Biography

Otis Clymer was a professional baseball player born in 1876, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century. His career spanned from April 14, 1905, to August 8, 1913, playing primarily as a position player. Clymer participated in 385 games over his career, where he amassed 355 hits, a batting average of .267, and contributed 98 runs batted in (RBIs). Known for his speed on the bases, he recorded 83 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposing defenses and add excitement to the game. Clymer played during an era when baseball was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era into a more dynamic style of play. His modest power was exemplified by his two home runs, but his overall contributions came from his consistent hitting and base-running prowess. While not a household name, Clymer's contributions to his teams reflected the grit and determination of ballplayers in his time, marking him as a noteworthy 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
385 1330 182 355 42 19 2 98 83 99 153 0.267 0.322 0.332 0.653 979.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 3 1 15 1 3 1
2B 13 8 14 18 2 1
3B 2 0 2 0 1 0
OF 326 288 458 33 32 13

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 3
Second Base 13
Third Base 2
Left Field 37
Center Field 31
Right Field 266