Lee Gooch
Born: 2/23/1890 in Oxford, NC, USA
Died: 5/18/1966 in Raleigh, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1915-08-17 | Final Game: 1917-06-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Lee Currin Gooch
Biography
Lee Gooch was a professional baseball player born in 1890, who made his mark in the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1915 to June 29, 1917, during a period that was characterized by the transition in baseball from the Deadball Era to a more offensive-minded game. Gooch played a total of 19 games as a position player, showcasing impressive offensive skills during his brief time in Major League Baseball.
Throughout his career, Gooch recorded 18 hits, including one home run, and drove in 8 runs, resulting in a solid batting average of .295. His ability to make contact and contribute offensively, even in a limited number of games, highlighted his potential as a player during a time when hitting prowess was becoming increasingly valued in the sport. Despite his short career, Gooch's performances left a notable mark, illustrating the talent that often emerged during the formative years of modern baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 61 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0.295 | 0.338 | 0.377 | 0.716 | 93.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | CLE | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1917 | PHA | AL | 17 | 59 | 4 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0.288 | 93.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 16 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | PHA | OF | 16 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Right Field | 16 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University | Winston-Salem | NC | 1913 |