Leo Kavanagh
Born: 8/9/1894 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 8/10/1950 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-04-22 | Final Game: 1914-05-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Leo Daniel Kavanagh
Biography
Leo Kavanagh, born in 1894, was a professional baseball player who made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century. His career spanned from April 22 to May 2, 1914, during a time when the game was characterized by its evolving strategies and the burgeoning popularity of the sport across the United States. Kavanagh played a total of five games, where he demonstrated his skills as a position player. Over the course of his short-lived career, he recorded three hits, an RBI, and maintained a batting average of .273, showcasing a respectable performance for his limited playing time.
Though Kavanagh's career in the majors was fleeting, it occurred during an era when baseball was beginning to witness a transformation, moving away from the deadball era tactics towards a more offensive style of play. His contributions, albeit modest, reflected the spirit of determination and talent that characterized many players of his time. Kavanagh's legacy is a reminder of the countless athletes who contributed to the fabric of baseball history, even if their time in the spotlight was brief.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.273 | 0.333 | 0.273 | 0.606 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | CHF | FL | 5 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS | 5 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | CHF | SS | 5 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 5 |