Pat Duncan
Born: 10/6/1893 in Coalton, OH, USA
Died: 7/17/1960 in Jackson, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1915-07-16 | Final Game: 1924-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Louis Baird Duncan
Biography
Pat Duncan, born in 1893, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball whose career spanned from 1915 to 1924. Over the course of 727 games, he established himself as a consistent offensive threat, amassing 827 hits and achieving a commendable batting average of .307. Known for his power and run production, Duncan hit 23 home runs and drove in 374 RBIs, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 55 stolen bases. His ability to perform in high-pressure situations made him a valuable asset to his teams.
Duncan played during a transformative era in baseball, just before the onset of the "live ball" era, when offensive statistics began to rise significantly. His contributions on the field were characterized by a blend of contact hitting and base-running agility, which made him a well-rounded player in the early 20th century. Though he played in a time when the game was evolving, Duncan's career achievements solidified his place in baseball history as a skilled player who left a lasting impact on the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 727 | 2695 | 361 | 827 | 137 | 50 | 23 | 374 | 55 | 184 | 164 | 0.307 | 0.355 | 0.420 | 0.775 | 2818.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | PIT | NL | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1919 | CIN | NL | 31 | 90 | 9 | 22 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 17 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 0.244 | 71.0 |
| 1920 | CIN | NL | 154 | 576 | 75 | 170 | 16 | 11 | 2 | 83 | 18 | 42 | 42 | 0.295 | 303.2 |
| 1921 | CIN | NL | 145 | 532 | 57 | 164 | 27 | 10 | 2 | 60 | 7 | 44 | 33 | 0.308 | 404.6 |
| 1922 | CIN | NL | 151 | 607 | 94 | 199 | 44 | 12 | 8 | 94 | 12 | 40 | 31 | 0.328 | 1557.9 |
| 1923 | CIN | NL | 147 | 566 | 92 | 185 | 26 | 8 | 7 | 83 | 15 | 30 | 27 | 0.327 | 896.7 |
| 1924 | CIN | NL | 96 | 319 | 34 | 86 | 21 | 6 | 2 | 37 | 1 | 20 | 23 | 0.270 | -414.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 26 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0.269 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | WS | CIN | 8 | 26 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0.269 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 707 | 0 | 1466 | 70 | 47 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | PIT | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1919 | CIN | OF | 27 | 0 | 51 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1920 | CIN | OF | 154 | 0 | 334 | 15 | 13 | 4 |
| 1921 | CIN | OF | 145 | 0 | 349 | 19 | 11 | 2 |
| 1922 | CIN | OF | 151 | 0 | 316 | 19 | 10 | 4 |
| 1923 | CIN | OF | 146 | 0 | 291 | 11 | 2 | 2 |
| 1924 | CIN | OF | 83 | 0 | 124 | 3 | 10 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 688 |
| Center Field | 20 |
| Right Field | 2 |