Sid Farrar
Born: 8/10/1859 in Paris Hill, ME, USA
Died: 5/7/1935 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1883-05-01 | Final Game: 1890-10-04
Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Sidney Douglas Farrar
Biography
Sid Farrar, born in 1859, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball during the late 19th century. His career spanned from 1883 to 1890, a period characterized by the game's evolution from the rough-and-tumble days of the early professional leagues into a more organized and commercial sport. Over his career, Farrar played in 943 games, amassing 905 hits and demonstrating a solid offensive presence with a batting average of .253. Known for his speed on the basepaths, he recorded 92 stolen bases, which underscored his ability to impact games both at the plate and on the field.
Farrar's tenure coincided with a time when baseball was rapidly gaining popularity, and he contributed to the competitive landscape of the era. He finished his career with 18 home runs and 412 RBIs, showcasing his ability to produce runs and drive in teammates. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Sid Farrar remains a noteworthy figure in baseball history, representing the gritty, foundational years of the sport as it transitioned into the modern age.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 943 | 3573 | 497 | 905 | 157 | 53 | 18 | 412 | 92 | 233 | 269 | 0.253 | 0.305 | 0.342 | 0.647 | -312.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1883 | PHI | NL | 99 | 377 | 41 | 88 | 19 | 8 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 4 | 37 | 0.233 | -737.0 |
| 1884 | PHI | NL | 111 | 428 | 62 | 105 | 16 | 6 | 1 | 45 | 0 | 9 | 25 | 0.245 | -397.1 |
| 1885 | PHI | NL | 111 | 420 | 49 | 103 | 20 | 3 | 3 | 36 | 0 | 28 | 34 | 0.245 | 114.6 |
| 1886 | PHI | NL | 118 | 439 | 55 | 109 | 19 | 7 | 5 | 50 | 10 | 16 | 47 | 0.248 | -198.2 |
| 1887 | PHI | NL | 116 | 443 | 83 | 125 | 20 | 9 | 4 | 72 | 24 | 42 | 29 | 0.282 | 664.6 |
| 1888 | PHI | NL | 131 | 508 | 53 | 124 | 24 | 7 | 1 | 53 | 21 | 31 | 38 | 0.244 | 325.1 |
| 1889 | PHI | NL | 130 | 477 | 70 | 128 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 58 | 28 | 52 | 36 | 0.268 | 90.8 |
| 1890 | PHP | PL | 127 | 481 | 84 | 123 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 69 | 9 | 51 | 23 | 0.256 | -175.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 943 | 0 | 9550 | 358 | 262 | 431 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1883 | PHI | 1B | 99 | 0 | 1038 | 31 | 39 | 45 |
| 1884 | PHI | 1B | 111 | 0 | 1142 | 42 | 42 | 41 |
| 1885 | PHI | 1B | 111 | 0 | 1153 | 41 | 31 | 50 |
| 1886 | PHI | 1B | 118 | 0 | 1220 | 45 | 26 | 38 |
| 1887 | PHI | 1B | 116 | 0 | 1149 | 46 | 28 | 55 |
| 1888 | PHI | 1B | 131 | 0 | 1345 | 53 | 30 | 57 |
| 1889 | PHI | 1B | 130 | 0 | 1265 | 42 | 30 | 66 |
| 1890 | PHP | 1B | 127 | 0 | 1238 | 58 | 36 | 79 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 943 |