Lew Drill, baseball player, 1902-1905

Lew Drill

Born: 5/9/1877 in Browerville, MN, USA

Died: 7/4/1969 in St. Paul, MN, USA

MLB Debut: 1902-04-23 | Final Game: 1905-10-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'6" | Weight: 186 lbs

Full name: Lewis L. Drill

Biography

Lew Drill was a professional baseball player born in 1877, who played from 1902 until 1905. During his brief but impactful career, he appeared in 293 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a position player. Drill recorded 231 hits, contributing to a batting average of .258, and he amassed a total of 100 runs batted in (RBIs) alongside 21 stolen bases. His power at the plate was modest, as he hit 2 home runs during his time in the major leagues. Drill played during an era of baseball characterized by its transition from the deadball period to a more offensive-minded game. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions on the field exemplified the gritty determination of players during the early 20th century. His ability to steal bases and drive in runs illustrated his versatility and understanding of the game, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for during his short career in a rapidly evolving sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
293 896 87 231 41 10 2 100 21 114 114 0.258 0.353 0.333 0.686 1486.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 6 1 46 2 0 6
2B 5 0 5 9 6 1
3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
C 250 145 1049 256 65 28
OF 22 13 19 4 3 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 251
First Base 6
Second Base 5
Third Base 1
Left Field 1
Center Field 3
Right Field 14

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Georgetown University Washington DC 1901, 1902
Hamline University St. Paul MN 1898, 1899, 1900