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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | CLE | AL | 42 | 109 | 17 | 28 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 6 | 22 | 18 | 0.257 | 252.8 |
| 1916 | CLE | AL | 33 | 82 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 12 | 0.146 | -512.6 |
| 1917 | CLE | AL | 132 | 385 | 36 | 73 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 33 | 12 | 42 | 44 | 0.190 | -1282.6 |
| 1918 | CLE | AL | 79 | 243 | 38 | 64 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 22 | 7 | 30 | 29 | 0.263 | 407.4 |
| 1919 | CLE | AL | 21 | 14 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 1920 | CLE | AL | 56 | 172 | 32 | 60 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 23 | 6 | 15 | 3 | 0.349 | 814.9 |
| 1921 | CLE | AL | 57 | 153 | 36 | 51 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 4 | 19 | 5 | 0.333 | 323.9 |
| 1922 | CLE | AL | 75 | 145 | 35 | 39 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 22 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 0.269 | -396.7 |
| 1923 | WSN | AL | 106 | 372 | 42 | 98 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 38 | 6 | 27 | 18 | 0.263 | -1041.5 |
| 1924 | SLA | AL | 77 | 209 | 30 | 53 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 19 | 4 | 24 | 12 | 0.254 | -554.1 |
| 1925 | SLA | AL | 55 | 159 | 27 | 50 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 6 | 16 | 6 | 0.314 | 40.2 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | CLE | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1915 | CLE | 3B | 30 | 0 | 25 | 67 | 12 | 1 |
| 1916 | CLE | 3B | 28 | 0 | 27 | 59 | 8 | 3 |
| 1917 | CLE | 3B | 127 | 0 | 138 | 279 | 27 | 20 |
| 1918 | CLE | 3B | 74 | 0 | 91 | 155 | 18 | 17 |
| 1919 | CLE | SS | 6 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1920 | CLE | SS | 6 | 0 | 14 | 19 | 5 | 0 |
| 1920 | CLE | OF | 43 | 0 | 79 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 1921 | CLE | OF | 47 | 0 | 90 | 8 | 7 | 2 |
| 1922 | CLE | OF | 49 | 0 | 92 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1923 | WS1 | 1B | 5 | 0 | 49 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 1923 | WS1 | 3B | 21 | 0 | 27 | 41 | 5 | 6 |
| 1923 | WS1 | OF | 72 | 0 | 159 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 1924 | SLA | OF | 49 | 0 | 120 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 1925 | SLA | OF | 47 | 0 | 96 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
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 |