Joe Kelly
Born: 4/23/1900 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 11/24/1967 in Lynbrook, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1926-04-13 | Final Game: 1928-09-25
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Joseph James Kelly
Biography
Joe Kelly, born in 1900, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1926 to 1928. During his brief career, he played primarily as a position player, appearing in 97 games. Kelly showcased his batting prowess with a commendable career batting average of .307, which highlighted his ability to make consistent contact at the plate. Over his tenure, he accumulated 70 hits, contributing to a total of 39 runs batted in, along with 1 home run.
Playing in the late 1920s, a time when baseball was transitioning from the dead-ball era to a more offense-oriented approach, Kelly's performance offered a glimpse into the evolving nature of the game. Despite the limited number of games he played, his contributions were significant, especially in terms of his offensive production relative to his opportunities. Although he did not record any stolen bases, his overall skill set and effectiveness as a hitter have earned him a place in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97 | 228 | 19 | 70 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 39 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 0.307 | 0.336 | 0.417 | 0.753 | 50.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | CHC | NL | 65 | 176 | 16 | 59 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 0.335 | 290.1 |
| 1928 | CHC | NL | 32 | 52 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.212 | -239.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 10 | 0 | 105 | 6 | 3 | 8 |
| OF | 39 | 0 | 58 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | CHN | OF | 39 | 0 | 58 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 1928 | CHN | 1B | 10 | 0 | 105 | 6 | 3 | 8 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 10 |
| Left Field | 25 |
| Right Field | 14 |