Ducky Holmes
Born: 7/8/1883 in Dayton, OH, USA
Died: 9/18/1945 in Dayton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1906-04-18 | Final Game: 1906-05-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Howard Elbert Holmes
Biography
Ducky Holmes was a professional baseball player who played in the early 20th century, making his mark in a brief but notable career from April 18, 1906, to May 2, 1906. Born in 1883, Holmes participated in nine games as a position player, showcasing his skills during an era when baseball was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach. Though his career was short, he contributed five hits and two RBIs to his team's efforts, finishing with a batting average of .185.
Holmes did not record any home runs or stolen bases during his time in the major leagues, which reflected the playing style of the time that often favored contact and situational hitting over power. Despite his limited statistics, Ducky Holmes remains a part of baseball history, representing the many players whose careers were overshadowed by the more prominent stars of their time. His brief foray into the game highlights the competitive nature and evolving strategies of early baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 27 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.185 | 0.267 | 0.185 | 0.452 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | STL | NL | 9 | 27 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.185 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 9 | 5 | 37 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | SLN | C | 9 | 5 | 37 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 9 |