Joe Dunn
Born: 3/11/1885 in Springfield, OH, USA
Died: 3/19/1944 in Springfield, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1908-09-12 | Final Game: 1909-10-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Joseph Edward Dunn
Biography
Joe Dunn was a professional baseball player born in 1885 who made his mark in the early 20th century, an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to more offensive-minded play in Major League Baseball. Dunn played as a position player from 1908 to 1912, participating in a total of 30 games over his brief career. He recorded 15 hits, contributing to a batting average of .169, and drove in 7 runs, though he did not hit any home runs during his time in the league.
Despite his limited statistical output, Dunn's role in the game reflects the challenges faced by players of his era, where the competition was fierce and the evolution of playing styles was just beginning. He played during a time when baseball was still solidifying its place as America's pastime and players were beginning to adapt to the changing dynamics of the game. While his career may not have been long or particularly prolific, Dunn remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the spirit and perseverance of early 20th-century athletes.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 89 | 4 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0.169 | 0.178 | 0.213 | 0.391 | -336.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | BRO | NL | 20 | 64 | 3 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 0.172 | -336.1 |
| 1909 | BRO | NL | 10 | 25 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.160 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 27 | 26 | 126 | 49 | 8 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | BRO | C | 20 | 20 | 93 | 42 | 6 | 3 |
| 1909 | BRO | C | 7 | 6 | 33 | 7 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 27 |