Harvey Hendrick
Born: 11/9/1897 in Mason, TN, USA
Died: 10/29/1941 in Covington, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1923-04-20 | Final Game: 1934-08-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Biography
Harvey Hendrick, born in 1897, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball who played from 1923 until his retirement in 1934. Known for his exceptional hitting ability, Hendrick made a significant impact during the interwar period, an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the lively ball era. Over his career, he played in 922 games, accumulating 896 hits with a commendable batting average of .308. His offensive contributions included 48 home runs and 413 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and support his team's scoring efforts.
In addition to his hitting prowess, Hendrick demonstrated notable speed on the basepaths, finishing his career with 75 stolen bases. His well-rounded skill set and consistent performance helped him earn a respected place in baseball history, as he navigated a competitive landscape filled with legendary players. Hendrick's career remains a testament to the evolving nature of the game during the early 20th century, and he is remembered for his contributions both on and off the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 922 | 2910 | 434 | 896 | 157 | 46 | 48 | 413 | 75 | 239 | 243 | 0.308 | 0.364 | 0.443 | 0.807 | 4967.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | NYY | AL | 37 | 66 | 9 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 0.273 | 26.6 |
| 1924 | NYY | AL | 40 | 76 | 7 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 0.263 | -261.6 |
| 1925 | CLE | AL | 25 | 28 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1927 | BRO | NL | 128 | 458 | 55 | 142 | 18 | 11 | 4 | 50 | 29 | 24 | 40 | 0.310 | 350.3 |
| 1928 | BRO | NL | 126 | 425 | 83 | 135 | 15 | 10 | 11 | 59 | 16 | 54 | 34 | 0.318 | 1650.2 |
| 1929 | BRO | NL | 110 | 384 | 69 | 136 | 25 | 6 | 14 | 82 | 14 | 31 | 20 | 0.354 | 1918.9 |
| 1930 | BRO | NL | 68 | 167 | 29 | 43 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 28 | 2 | 20 | 19 | 0.257 | -94.7 |
| 1931 | BRO | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1931 | CIN | NL | 137 | 530 | 74 | 167 | 32 | 9 | 1 | 75 | 3 | 53 | 40 | 0.315 | 0.0 |
| 1932 | CIN | NL | 94 | 398 | 56 | 120 | 30 | 3 | 4 | 40 | 3 | 23 | 29 | 0.302 | 214.6 |
| 1932 | STL | NL | 28 | 72 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 0.250 | 214.6 |
| 1933 | CHC | NL | 69 | 189 | 30 | 55 | 13 | 3 | 4 | 23 | 4 | 13 | 17 | 0.291 | 414.6 |
| 1934 | PHI | NL | 59 | 116 | 12 | 34 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 9 | 15 | 0.293 | -85.1 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | WS | NYA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 378 | 0 | 3539 | 218 | 53 | 323 |
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 3B | 118 | 0 | 91 | 241 | 36 | 22 |
| OF | 220 | 0 | 369 | 20 | 14 | 4 |
| SS | 4 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 3 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | NYA | OF | 13 | 0 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1924 | NYA | OF | 17 | 0 | 38 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1925 | CLE | 1B | 3 | 0 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1927 | BRO | 1B | 53 | 0 | 466 | 32 | 7 | 36 |
| 1927 | BRO | 2B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1927 | BRO | OF | 64 | 0 | 90 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| 1928 | BRO | 3B | 91 | 0 | 74 | 200 | 26 | 19 |
| 1928 | BRO | OF | 17 | 0 | 36 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1929 | BRO | 1B | 39 | 0 | 380 | 33 | 7 | 28 |
| 1929 | BRO | 3B | 7 | 0 | 9 | 15 | 4 | 0 |
| 1929 | BRO | SS | 4 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 3 | 1 |
| 1929 | BRO | OF | 42 | 0 | 75 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1930 | BRO | 1B | 7 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 1930 | BRO | OF | 42 | 0 | 68 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| 1931 | CIN | 1B | 137 | 0 | 1348 | 67 | 18 | 147 |
| 1932 | CIN | 1B | 94 | 0 | 922 | 60 | 14 | 72 |
| 1932 | SLN | 3B | 12 | 0 | 8 | 17 | 4 | 3 |
| 1932 | SLN | OF | 5 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1933 | CHN | 1B | 38 | 0 | 328 | 23 | 6 | 31 |
| 1933 | CHN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1933 | CHN | OF | 8 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1934 | PHI | 1B | 7 | 0 | 45 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 1934 | PHI | 3B | 7 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| 1934 | PHI | OF | 12 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 378 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 119 |
| Shortstop | 4 |
| Left Field | 125 |
| Center Field | 24 |
| Right Field | 72 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville | TN | 1920 |