Bubbles Hargrave
Born: 7/15/1892 in New Haven, IN, USA
Died: 2/23/1969 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-09-18 | Final Game: 1930-09-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 174 lbs
Full name: Eugene Franklin Hargrave
Biography
Bubbles Hargrave, born in 1892, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball who played from 1913 until his retirement in 1930. Over the course of his career, Hargrave appeared in 852 games, where he made a significant impact with a batting average of .31. He recorded a total of 786 hits, contributing 29 home runs and 376 runs batted in (RBIs). Known for his agility on the field, Hargrave also tallied 29 stolen bases, showcasing his speed and base-running prowess.
Playing during an era that was transitioning from the deadball period to the lively ball era, Hargrave's offensive capabilities were notable as he consistently delivered strong performances at the plate. His ability to hit for average and drive in runs made him a key player for his teams. Hargrave's contributions to the game left a lasting legacy, as he was part of a generation of players who paved the way for the modern style of play that would emerge in the years following his retirement.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 852 | 2533 | 314 | 786 | 155 | 58 | 29 | 376 | 29 | 217 | 165 | 0.310 | 0.372 | 0.452 | 0.824 | 5484.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | CHC | NL | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | CHC | NL | 23 | 36 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | CHC | NL | 15 | 19 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.158 | 0.0 |
| 1921 | CIN | NL | 93 | 263 | 28 | 76 | 17 | 8 | 1 | 38 | 4 | 12 | 15 | 0.289 | -74.3 |
| 1922 | CIN | NL | 98 | 320 | 49 | 101 | 22 | 10 | 7 | 57 | 7 | 26 | 18 | 0.316 | 1012.9 |
| 1923 | CIN | NL | 118 | 378 | 54 | 126 | 23 | 9 | 10 | 78 | 4 | 44 | 22 | 0.333 | 2173.2 |
| 1924 | CIN | NL | 98 | 312 | 42 | 94 | 19 | 10 | 3 | 33 | 2 | 30 | 20 | 0.301 | 640.0 |
| 1925 | CIN | NL | 87 | 273 | 28 | 82 | 13 | 6 | 2 | 33 | 4 | 25 | 23 | 0.300 | 64.9 |
| 1926 | CIN | NL | 105 | 326 | 42 | 115 | 22 | 8 | 6 | 62 | 2 | 25 | 17 | 0.353 | 1647.8 |
| 1927 | CIN | NL | 102 | 305 | 36 | 94 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 31 | 18 | 0.308 | 269.5 |
| 1928 | CIN | NL | 65 | 190 | 19 | 56 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 23 | 4 | 13 | 14 | 0.295 | 10.3 |
| 1930 | NYY | AL | 45 | 108 | 11 | 30 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 10 | 9 | 0.278 | -260.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 747 | 0 | 2420 | 493 | 49 | 46 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | CHN | C | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1914 | CHN | C | 16 | 0 | 34 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 1915 | CHN | C | 9 | 0 | 13 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1921 | CIN | C | 73 | 0 | 270 | 50 | 9 | 2 |
| 1922 | CIN | C | 87 | 0 | 261 | 60 | 6 | 5 |
| 1923 | CIN | C | 109 | 0 | 404 | 90 | 6 | 12 |
| 1924 | CIN | C | 91 | 0 | 322 | 80 | 7 | 7 |
| 1925 | CIN | C | 84 | 0 | 283 | 42 | 7 | 1 |
| 1926 | CIN | C | 93 | 0 | 276 | 50 | 4 | 7 |
| 1927 | CIN | C | 92 | 0 | 261 | 57 | 4 | 10 |
| 1928 | CIN | C | 57 | 0 | 181 | 37 | 2 | 2 |
| 1930 | NYA | C | 34 | 0 | 112 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 747 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 13th | 6.0 | 80 | 0 |
| 1926 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 6th | 24.0 | 80 | 0 |
| 1925 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 15th | 4.0 | 80 | 0 |