Ike Eichrodt
Born: 1/6/1903 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 7/14/1965 in Indianapolis, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1925-09-07 | Final Game: 1931-06-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 167 lbs
Full name: Frederick George Eichrodt
Biography
Ike Eichrodt was a professional baseball player born in 1903, whose career spanned from 1925 until his retirement in 1931. Primarily a position player, Eichrodt appeared in 171 games over his six seasons in Major League Baseball. He notched a total of 121 hits, contributing to a batting average of .234. Although he did not hit any home runs, he drove in 51 runs and showcased his speed on the bases with 3 stolen bases.
Eichrodt played during an era marked by significant changes in baseball, including the transition from the deadball era to a more dynamic offensive game. While he may not have been a standout player statistically, his contributions to his teams were valuable in the context of the time, as he participated in the evolving strategies of baseball during the late 1920s and early 1930s. His career reflects the dedication and hard work of many players who played the game during this transformative period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 171 | 516 | 51 | 121 | 34 | 5 | 0 | 51 | 3 | 21 | 51 | 0.234 | 0.264 | 0.320 | 0.584 | -2094.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | CLE | AL | 15 | 52 | 4 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.231 | -226.1 |
| 1926 | CLE | AL | 37 | 80 | 14 | 25 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 0.312 | 6.7 |
| 1927 | CLE | AL | 85 | 267 | 24 | 59 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 16 | 25 | 0.221 | -1199.6 |
| 1931 | CHW | AL | 34 | 117 | 9 | 25 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.214 | -675.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 153 | 0 | 308 | 16 | 7 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | CLE | OF | 13 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1926 | CLE | OF | 27 | 0 | 38 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1927 | CLE | OF | 81 | 0 | 170 | 13 | 4 | 6 |
| 1931 | CHA | OF | 32 | 0 | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 37 |
| Center Field | 108 |
| Right Field | 9 |