Gus Fisher
Born: 10/21/1885 in Pottsboro, TX, USA
Died: 4/8/1972 in Portland, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 1911-04-18 | Final Game: 1912-05-10
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: August Harris Fisher
Biography
Gus Fisher, born in 1885, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1911 to 1912. Primarily known as a position player, Fisher made his mark in the early 20th century, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented style of play. Over his brief career, he appeared in 74 games, compiling 54 hits with a batting average of .254. While he did not record any home runs, he contributed 12 RBIs and demonstrated some speed on the bases with 6 stolen bases.
Fisher's playing style reflected the attributes valued during his time, as he was known for his ability to make contact and utilize his speed rather than relying on power hitting. Though his career was relatively short-lived, his contributions to the teams he played for in the early 'teens remain a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history. Fisher's time in the league coincided with significant changes in the sport, setting the stage for future generations of players who would expand on the foundations laid by athletes like him.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74 | 213 | 21 | 54 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0.254 | 0.293 | 0.310 | 0.603 | -397.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | CLE | AL | 70 | 203 | 20 | 53 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0.261 | -397.1 |
| 1912 | NYY | AL | 4 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 62 | 0 | 315 | 100 | 18 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | CLE | C | 58 | 0 | 298 | 96 | 18 | 11 |
| 1911 | CLE | 1B | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1912 | NYA | C | 4 | 0 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 63 |
| First Base | 1 |