Grover Gilmore
Born: 11/1/1888 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 11/25/1919 in Sioux City, IA, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-04-18 | Final Game: 1915-09-26
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Ernest Grover Gilmore
Biography
Grover Gilmore, born in 1888, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1914 to 1915. As a position player, he made a notable impact during the early 20th century, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more dynamic style of play. Over the course of his career, Gilmore appeared in 258 games, showcasing his offensive capabilities with a batting average of .286. He accumulated 269 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 79 runs, demonstrating his ability to contribute significantly to his team's scoring efforts.
In addition to his batting prowess, Gilmore was also known for his speed on the bases, finishing his career with 42 stolen bases. His combination of hitting ability and base-running skills made him a valuable asset during a time when players were beginning to embrace a more aggressive style of play. Although his career was relatively short, Gilmore's contributions to the game during the early 1910s left a lasting impression on the teams he played for and the fans who followed him.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 258 | 941 | 144 | 269 | 47 | 20 | 2 | 79 | 42 | 63 | 158 | 0.286 | 0.341 | 0.385 | 0.726 | 1714.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | KCF | FL | 139 | 530 | 91 | 152 | 25 | 5 | 1 | 32 | 23 | 37 | 108 | 0.287 | 515.7 |
| 1915 | KCF | FL | 119 | 411 | 53 | 117 | 22 | 15 | 1 | 47 | 19 | 26 | 50 | 0.285 | 1199.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 251 | 0 | 411 | 41 | 11 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | KCF | OF | 132 | 0 | 196 | 24 | 6 | 7 |
| 1915 | KCF | OF | 119 | 0 | 215 | 17 | 5 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 10 |
| Right Field | 242 |