Ned Harris, baseball player, 1941-1946

Ned Harris

Born: 7/9/1916 in Ames, IA, USA

Died: 12/18/1976 in West Palm Beach, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1941-04-20 | Final Game: 1946-04-28

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Robert Ned Harris

Biography

Ned Harris was a professional baseball player born in 1916, who played in the Major Leagues from 1941 to 1946. During his six-year career, Harris established himself as a versatile position player, appearing in 262 games. He recorded 211 hits, showcasing his ability to make contact at the plate with a batting average of .259. His offensive contributions included 16 home runs and 81 runs batted in, as well as 12 stolen bases, reflecting a blend of power and speed that was valuable during his era. Harris played during a transformative time in baseball, as the sport was evolving amidst the backdrop of World War II and the subsequent integration of players into the league. His career, while perhaps overshadowed by some of the era's more prominent stars, contributed to the rich tapestry of the game during a period of significant change. Harris's performance on the field and his resilience during challenging times marked him as a noteworthy figure in baseball history.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
5.0 5.0 0 2.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.400 0.400 0.400 0.800

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
262 814 107 211 33 14 16 81 12 102 77 0.259 0.342 0.393 0.736 1441.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 212 0 372 11 18 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 18
Center Field 6
Right Field 188

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Brewton-Parker College Mount Vernon GA 1938