Joe Holden
Born: 6/4/1913 in St. Clair, PA, USA
Died: 5/10/1996 in St. Clair, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1934-06-14 | Final Game: 1936-04-21
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Joseph Francis Holden
Biography
Joe Holden was a professional baseball player born in 1913, who played in the major leagues during the mid-1930s. His career spanned from 1934 until April 21, 1936, during which he appeared in a total of 17 games. Primarily serving as a position player, Holden had a challenging stint at the plate, finishing his career with a batting average of .083, accumulating 2 hits over his limited appearances. Despite his struggles in the majors, he managed to showcase his speed on the bases, recording 1 stolen base.
Holden's playing career unfolded during a time when baseball was rapidly evolving, transitioning from the deadball era into a more offensive-minded game. While he may not have achieved significant statistical success, his presence in the big leagues places him among the ranks of those who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history. His brief career serves as a reminder of the many players who aspired to greatness in the sport, highlighting both the challenges and the dreams that characterize the journey of professional athletes.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 24 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0.083 | 0.083 | 0.083 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | PHI | NL | 10 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 1935 | PHI | NL | 6 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1936 | PHI | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 10 | 0 | 21 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | PHI | C | 6 | 0 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1935 | PHI | C | 4 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 10 |