Mickey Heath
Born: 10/30/1903 in Toledo, OH, USA
Died: 7/30/1986 in Dallas, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1931-04-18 | Final Game: 1932-06-05
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Minor Wilson Heath
Biography
Mickey Heath, born in 1903, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 1930s as a position player. His Major League Baseball career spanned from April 18, 1931, to June 5, 1932, during a transitional period in the game characterized by a shift away from the deadball era towards a more offensively driven style. Over his brief career, Heath appeared in 46 games, accumulating 34 hits and driving in 18 runs, which reflected his role as a supporting player rather than a standout offensive force. With a batting average of .212 and no home runs, he was not known for his power at the plate, and he did not record any stolen bases.
Despite a relatively short time in the league, Heath's contributions to his teams were noteworthy, as he played during an era when many players were still adapting to the evolving strategies and styles of play in Major League Baseball. His experience highlights the challenges faced by position players of his time, as they often had to balance traditional skills with the demands of a changing game. Although his statistics may not have placed him among the more celebrated players of his era, Mickey Heath's commitment to the sport remains a testament to the diverse tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46 | 160 | 16 | 34 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 22 | 28 | 0.212 | 0.311 | 0.256 | 0.568 | -502.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | CIN | NL | 7 | 26 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.269 | 0.0 |
| 1932 | CIN | NL | 39 | 134 | 14 | 27 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 20 | 23 | 0.201 | -502.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 46 | 0 | 456 | 34 | 4 | 35 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | CIN | 1B | 7 | 0 | 57 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| 1932 | CIN | 1B | 39 | 0 | 399 | 31 | 4 | 28 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 46 |