Ed Connolly
Born: 7/17/1908 in Brooklyn, NY, USA
Died: 11/12/1963 in Pittsfield, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1929-09-20 | Final Game: 1932-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Edward Joseph Connolly
Biography
Ed Connolly was a professional baseball player born in 1908, who played primarily as a position player during his career from 1929 to 1932. Over the course of 149 games in Major League Baseball, Connolly recorded 66 hits and drove in 31 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .178. While he did not hit any home runs or steal any bases, Connolly's contributions to his teams extended beyond mere statistics, as he played during a transformative period in baseball history.
Connolly's career unfolded during the late 1920s and early 1930s, an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a time of increased offensive production. While he may not have been among the game's most prolific hitters, his presence on the field reflected the competitive nature of the time, where players were continually striving to make their mark. Connolly's journey through the major leagues, although brief, is a reminder of the numerous athletes who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during its formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 149 | 371 | 13 | 66 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 29 | 50 | 0.178 | 0.239 | 0.229 | 0.469 | -2323.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | BOS | AL | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1930 | BOS | AL | 27 | 48 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0.188 | -341.7 |
| 1931 | BOS | AL | 42 | 93 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 18 | 0.075 | -1139.2 |
| 1932 | BOS | AL | 75 | 222 | 9 | 50 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 20 | 27 | 0.225 | -842.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 147 | 0 | 366 | 86 | 16 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | BOS | C | 5 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1930 | BOS | C | 26 | 0 | 39 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 1931 | BOS | C | 41 | 0 | 87 | 18 | 2 | 1 |
| 1932 | BOS | C | 75 | 0 | 233 | 55 | 13 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 148 |