Law Daniels
Born: 7/14/1862 in Newton, MA, USA
Died: 1/7/1929 in Waltham, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1887-04-25 | Final Game: 1888-10-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Lawrence Long Daniels
Biography
Law Daniels was a professional baseball player born in 1862, who made his mark in the late 19th century during the early years of the sport's development. His career spanned from 1887 to 1888, within a period characterized by the transition from the "deadball era" to a more modern style of play. Daniels played primarily as a position player, appearing in 109 games throughout his career. He recorded a total of 86 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 60 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively despite a batting average of .225.
A notable aspect of Daniels' game was his speed on the base paths, as he successfully stole 27 bases, indicating his aggressive approach to the game and ability to create scoring opportunities. While his statistics may not reflect the dominance of some of his contemporaries, Daniels played during a formative period for Major League Baseball, and his contributions helped to shape the evolving strategies of the game. His career, albeit brief, serves as a reminder of the rich history and development of baseball during its early years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 109 | 383 | 55 | 86 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 60 | 27 | 22 | 41 | 0.225 | 0.274 | 0.264 | 0.538 | -1020.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | BL2 | AA | 48 | 165 | 23 | 41 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 32 | 7 | 8 | 18 | 0.248 | -508.0 |
| 1888 | KC2 | AA | 61 | 218 | 32 | 45 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 28 | 20 | 14 | 23 | 0.206 | -512.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 4 | 0 | 34 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 3B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| C | 55 | 0 | 240 | 96 | 55 | 7 |
| OF | 45 | 0 | 67 | 10 | 12 | 3 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | BL2 | C | 26 | 0 | 126 | 37 | 30 | 3 |
| 1887 | BL2 | 1B | 4 | 0 | 34 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 1887 | BL2 | 2B | 2 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1887 | BL2 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1887 | BL2 | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1887 | BL2 | OF | 15 | 0 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1888 | KC2 | C | 29 | 0 | 114 | 59 | 25 | 4 |
| 1888 | KC2 | 3B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 1888 | KC2 | SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1888 | KC2 | OF | 30 | 0 | 45 | 8 | 9 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 55 |
| First Base | 4 |
| Second Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
| Left Field | 24 |
| Center Field | 14 |
| Right Field | 7 |