Joe Evans, baseball player, 1915-1925

Joe Evans

Born: 5/15/1895 in Meridian, MS, USA

Died: 8/9/1953 in Gulfport, MS, USA

MLB Debut: 1915-07-03 | Final Game: 1925-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Joseph Patton Evans

Biography

Joe Evans was a professional baseball player born in 1895, whose career spanned from 1915 until his retirement on October 1, 1925. Primarily serving as a position player, Evans participated in 733 games throughout his career, showcasing a blend of speed and contact hitting. He recorded 529 hits, which contributed to a batting average of .259. Although he hit only three home runs, he amassed 210 RBIs and stole 67 bases, highlighting his ability to impact games with both his bat and his legs. Playing during the early 20th century, Evans was part of an era that was characterized by a transition in baseball from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. While he was not a superstar, his consistent presence on the field and ability to get on base made him a valuable player for his teams. Evans's career reflects the dedication and competitive spirit of players during a time when baseball was evolving, and his contributions to the game remain part of the rich tapestry of its history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
733 2043 306 529 71 31 3 210 67 212 152 0.259 0.329 0.328 0.658 -1948.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
4 13 0 4 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.308

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1920 WS CLE 4 13 0 4 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.308

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 5 0 49 2 0 3
2B 2 0 1 4 1 1
3B 280 0 308 601 70 47
OF 307 0 636 26 20 7
SS 12 0 17 28 6 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 5
Second Base 2
Third Base 281
Shortstop 13
Left Field 184
Center Field 79
Right Field 52

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Mississippi Oxford MS 1914