Joe Harris
Born: 2/1/1882 in Melrose, MA, USA
Died: 4/12/1966 in Melrose, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1905-09-22 | Final Game: 1907-10-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 198 lbs
Full name: Joseph Lionel White Harris
Biography
Joe Harris was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1905 to 1907. Born in 1882, Harris played during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, he made a name for himself with a distinctive pitching style that emphasized control and strategic placement over sheer velocity.
Despite ending his career with a record of 3-30, Harris showcased his resilience on the mound, finishing with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.35 and accumulating 137 strikeouts. He also recorded 2 saves during his tenure, reflecting his capability to perform in high-pressure situations. While his win-loss record may not reflect a storied career, Harris's contributions during a challenging period in baseball history illustrate the perseverance and dedication of players who laid the groundwork for future generations of pitchers.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 30 | 45 | 32 | 26 | 1 | 2 | 317.0 | 284 | 118 | 5 | 88 | 137 | 3.35 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | BOS | AL | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 23.0 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 2.35 | 273.1 |
| 1906 | BOS | AL | 2 | 21 | 30 | 24 | 20 | 1 | 2 | 235.0 | 211 | 92 | 67 | 99 | 3.52 | -554.3 |
| 1907 | BOS | AL | 0 | 7 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 59.0 | 57 | 20 | 13 | 24 | 3.05 | 634.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 111 | 3 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 32 | 0.162 | 0.191 | 0.180 | 0.371 | -481.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | BOS | AL | 3 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1906 | BOS | AL | 30 | 81 | 2 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 0.160 | -481.4 |
| 1907 | BOS | AL | 12 | 21 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 45 | 32 | 14 | 128 | 12 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | BOS | P | 3 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1906 | BOS | P | 30 | 24 | 11 | 103 | 9 | 1 |
| 1907 | BOS | P | 12 | 5 | 1 | 21 | 3 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 45 |