Lee Dressen
Born: 7/23/1889 in Ellinwood, KS, USA
Died: 6/30/1931 in Diller, NE, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-04-19 | Final Game: 1918-06-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Leo August Dressen
Biography
Lee Dressen was a professional baseball player born in 1889, who made his mark in the Major Leagues during a brief career that spanned from 1914 to 1918. Primarily serving as a position player, Dressen appeared in 77 games, where he compiled a batting average of .205. Throughout his time on the field, he recorded 43 hits, including 10 runs batted in and 4 stolen bases, though he did not hit any home runs.
Dressen's career unfolded during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach in baseball. His contributions, though limited in terms of statistics, reflected the gritty determination and versatility that many players of his time embodied. While he may not have achieved the accolades of some of his contemporaries, Dressen's participation in the game during a formative period in baseball history adds to the rich tapestry of the sport's past. He retired on June 1, 1918, having left his mark as a player who persevered in a challenging era of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 | 210 | 26 | 43 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 4 | 32 | 30 | 0.205 | 0.316 | 0.248 | 0.563 | -334.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | STL | NL | 46 | 103 | 16 | 24 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 11 | 20 | 0.233 | -181.8 |
| 1918 | DET | AL | 31 | 107 | 10 | 19 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 21 | 10 | 0.178 | -152.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 68 | 0 | 580 | 24 | 9 | 27 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | SLN | 1B | 38 | 0 | 258 | 13 | 5 | 15 |
| 1918 | DET | 1B | 30 | 0 | 322 | 11 | 4 | 12 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 68 |