Ed Gremminger
Born: 3/30/1874 in Canton, OH, USA
Died: 5/26/1942 in Canton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1895-04-21 | Final Game: 1904-07-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Lorenzo Edward Gremminger
Biography
Ed Gremminger was a professional baseball player born in 1874, who had an active career from 1895 until his retirement on July 30, 1904. Gremminger played as a position player, participating in 383 games across his career. He recorded 356 hits and achieved a batting average of .251, demonstrating a solid performance during the late 19th and early 20th centuries—a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-friendly styles of play that would emerge in the following decades.
Throughout his career, Gremminger contributed 7 home runs and drove in 164 runs batted in (RBIs), showcasing his ability to produce offensively for his teams. Additionally, he was known for his speed on the bases, stealing 22 bases during his time in the league. As a player navigating the evolving landscape of baseball, Gremminger's contributions were part of the foundation that set the stage for future generations of players, as the sport continued to grow in popularity and complexity.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 383 | 1420 | 140 | 356 | 58 | 24 | 7 | 164 | 22 | 89 | 151 | 0.251 | 0.301 | 0.340 | 0.642 | -829.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | CL4 | NL | 20 | 78 | 10 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0.269 | -287.0 |
| 1902 | BSN | NL | 140 | 522 | 55 | 134 | 20 | 12 | 1 | 65 | 7 | 39 | 51 | 0.257 | -116.2 |
| 1903 | BSN | NL | 140 | 511 | 57 | 135 | 24 | 9 | 5 | 56 | 12 | 31 | 56 | 0.264 | 266.9 |
| 1904 | DET | AL | 83 | 309 | 18 | 66 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 28 | 3 | 14 | 31 | 0.214 | -693.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 383 | 82 | 566 | 743 | 83 | 41 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | CL4 | 3B | 20 | 0 | 24 | 38 | 9 | 3 |
| 1902 | BSN | 3B | 140 | 0 | 222 | 282 | 26 | 15 |
| 1903 | BSN | 3B | 140 | 0 | 217 | 300 | 36 | 20 |
| 1904 | DET | 3B | 83 | 82 | 103 | 123 | 12 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 383 |