Allen Elliott
Born: 12/25/1897 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 5/6/1979 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1923-06-14 | Final Game: 1924-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Allen Clifford Elliott
Biography
Allen Elliott was a professional baseball player born in 1897, who played primarily as a position player during the early 1920s. His career spanned from 1923 until his final game on September 29, 1924. In total, Elliott appeared in 63 games, showcasing a solid performance at the plate with 44 hits and a batting average of .242. He contributed significantly to his team's offense, driving in 29 runs and hitting 2 home runs, while also demonstrating speed on the base paths with 3 stolen bases.
Elliott's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented game. Although his tenure in the major leagues was relatively short, his contributions were part of the broader evolution of player styles and strategies during the 1920s. Elliott's ability to produce in key situations, as evidenced by his RBIs, highlighted his role as a reliable contributor during his time on the field. His legacy remains as a part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | 182 | 21 | 44 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 29 | 3 | 2 | 13 | 0.242 | 0.258 | 0.341 | 0.599 | -520.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | CHC | NL | 53 | 168 | 21 | 42 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 29 | 3 | 2 | 12 | 0.250 | -520.5 |
| 1924 | CHC | NL | 10 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 62 | 0 | 496 | 20 | 4 | 39 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | CHN | 1B | 52 | 0 | 450 | 19 | 4 | 36 |
| 1924 | CHN | 1B | 10 | 0 | 46 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 62 |