Elmer Flick, baseball player, 1898-1910

Elmer Flick

⭐ Hall of Fame 1963

Born: 1/11/1876 in Bedford, OH, USA

Died: 1/9/1971 in Bedford, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1898-04-26 | Final Game: 1910-07-04

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 168 lbs

Full name: Elmer Harrison Flick

Biography

Elmer Flick was a prominent American baseball player whose career spanned from 1898 to 1910. Born in 1876, Flick established himself as a dynamic position player during the early years of professional baseball, a time when the game was evolving rapidly. Over the course of his career, he played in 1,483 games, amassing 1,752 hits, 48 home runs, and 756 RBIs, while boasting an impressive batting average of .313. His ability to steal bases was notable as he recorded 330 stolen bases, showcasing his speed and agility on the field. Flick's playing style was characterized by a combination of power and finesse, making him one of the standout players of his era. He was known not only for his offensive prowess but also for his defensive skills, contributing significantly to his teams defensively. His contributions to the game were recognized when he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1963, solidifying his legacy in the sport. Flick's accomplishments helped pave the way for future generations of baseball players, and he remains a celebrated figure in the history of the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1483 5597 950 1752 268 164 48 756 330 597 567 0.313 0.389 0.445 0.834 29210.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 15 14 33 50 3 4
OF 1456 658 2373 197 145 50

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 16
Left Field 12
Center Field 126
Right Field 1322