John Farrell
Born: 12/4/1876 in Covington, KY, USA
Died: 5/14/1921 in Kansas City, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1901-04-26 | Final Game: 1905-04-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: John Sebastian Farrell
Biography
John Farrell was a professional baseball player born in 1876, whose career spanned from 1901 to 1905. Primarily serving as a position player, Farrell participated in 541 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He demonstrated a solid batting average of .261, accumulating a total of 567 hits. His offensive contributions included 4 home runs and 141 runs batted in (RBIs), showcasing his ability to drive in runs for his team. Additionally, Farrell was known for his speed on the basepaths, finishing his career with 68 stolen bases, which was a notable achievement during the early 20th century when base stealing was becoming an integral part of the game.
Farrell's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the evolution of the game as it moved away from the deadball era towards a more dynamic playing style. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant, as he navigated the challenges of a rapidly changing sport. His legacy remains a reflection of the early years of professional baseball, where players laid the groundwork for future generations and the game's burgeoning popularity.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 541 | 2172 | 329 | 567 | 93 | 28 | 4 | 141 | 68 | 193 | 154 | 0.261 | 0.324 | 0.335 | 0.659 | 262.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | WSN | AL | 135 | 555 | 100 | 151 | 32 | 11 | 3 | 63 | 25 | 52 | 32 | 0.272 | 514.2 |
| 1902 | STL | NL | 138 | 565 | 68 | 141 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 25 | 9 | 43 | 40 | 0.250 | -984.6 |
| 1903 | STL | NL | 130 | 519 | 83 | 141 | 25 | 8 | 1 | 32 | 17 | 48 | 33 | 0.272 | 472.0 |
| 1904 | STL | NL | 131 | 509 | 72 | 130 | 23 | 3 | 0 | 20 | 16 | 46 | 48 | 0.255 | 260.4 |
| 1905 | STL | NL | 7 | 24 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 445 | 137 | 1070 | 1526 | 189 | 222 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| OF | 74 | 0 | 193 | 19 | 15 | 2 |
| SS | 21 | 0 | 40 | 79 | 9 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | WS1 | 2B | 72 | 0 | 176 | 246 | 39 | 43 |
| 1901 | WS1 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1901 | WS1 | OF | 62 | 0 | 154 | 14 | 14 | 2 |
| 1902 | SLN | 2B | 118 | 0 | 297 | 422 | 40 | 72 |
| 1902 | SLN | SS | 21 | 0 | 40 | 79 | 9 | 4 |
| 1903 | SLN | 2B | 118 | 0 | 281 | 394 | 53 | 52 |
| 1903 | SLN | OF | 12 | 0 | 39 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1904 | SLN | 2B | 130 | 130 | 297 | 450 | 53 | 55 |
| 1905 | SLN | 2B | 7 | 7 | 19 | 14 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 445 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 21 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 72 |