Spence Harris
Born: 8/12/1900 in Duluth, MN, USA
Died: 7/3/1982 in Minneapolis, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1925-04-14 | Final Game: 1930-06-14
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 145 lbs
Full name: Anthony Spencer Harris
Biography
Spence Harris was a professional baseball player born in 1900, who played in Major League Baseball from 1925 until his final game on June 14, 1930. A versatile position player, Harris appeared in 164 games during his career, where he showcased a solid batting average of .249. His offensive contributions included 94 hits, 3 home runs, and 46 runs batted in, demonstrating his ability to support his team both as a hitter and an occasional power threat. Additionally, he exhibited speed on the bases, stealing 10 bases throughout his career.
Harris played during an era characterized by the transition from the offensive explosion of the Roaring Twenties to the more strategic style of the early 1930s. While he may not have been among the most celebrated players of his time, his consistent presence on the field and his contributions to his teams reflected the gritty determination and competitive spirit of the era. His career, though brief, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the dedication of athletes who played the game before the advent of modern analytics and the explosive home run era that would follow.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 164 | 377 | 53 | 94 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 46 | 10 | 39 | 33 | 0.249 | 0.323 | 0.329 | 0.652 | -752.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | CHW | AL | 56 | 92 | 12 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 14 | 13 | 0.283 | -37.2 |
| 1926 | CHW | AL | 80 | 222 | 36 | 56 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 27 | 8 | 20 | 15 | 0.252 | -358.1 |
| 1929 | WSN | AL | 6 | 14 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 1930 | PHA | AL | 22 | 49 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0.184 | -357.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 107 | 0 | 176 | 11 | 9 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | CHA | OF | 27 | 0 | 42 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1926 | CHA | OF | 63 | 0 | 106 | 6 | 6 | 2 |
| 1929 | WS1 | OF | 4 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1930 | PHA | OF | 13 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 17 |
| Center Field | 27 |
| Right Field | 70 |