Charlie Graham
Born: 4/24/1878 in Santa Clara, CA, USA
Died: 8/29/1948 in San Francisco, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1906-04-14 | Final Game: 1906-05-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Charles Henry Graham
Biography
Charlie Graham was a professional baseball player born in 1878, whose career spanned a brief but notable period from April 14, 1906, to May 29, 1906. Primarily known for his role as a position player, Graham appeared in 30 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He accumulated 21 hits, which included 1 home run and 12 runs batted in, resulting in a batting average of .233. Additionally, he demonstrated some speed on the bases, recording 1 stolen base.
Graham's career unfolded during an era when baseball was rapidly evolving, transitioning from the tail end of the deadball era into a more offensive-minded game. Although his time in the big leagues was relatively short, his contributions on the field reflected the gritty spirit of early 20th-century baseball. Players like Graham paved the way for future generations, illustrating the challenges and excitement of a sport that was beginning to capture the hearts of many Americans.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 90 | 10 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 10 | 12 | 0.233 | 0.330 | 0.278 | 0.608 | 29.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | BOS | AL | 30 | 90 | 10 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 10 | 12 | 0.233 | 29.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 27 | 28 | 130 | 54 | 7 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | BOS | C | 27 | 28 | 130 | 54 | 7 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 28 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara University | Santa Clara | CA | 1899, 1900 |