Red Kelly
Born: 11/15/1884 in Union, IL, USA
Died: 1/28/1961 in Zephyrhills, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1910-06-18 | Final Game: 1910-08-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Albert Michael Kelly
Biography
Red Kelly, born in 1884, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned the early 20th century, specifically from 1910 until August 6, 1910. Kelly played as a position player, participating in a total of 14 games during his brief stint in Major League Baseball. Over the course of his career, he recorded 7 hits and had a batting average of .156, along with 1 run batted in (RBI). Despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases, Kelly's presence on the field contributed to the game's rich history during a time when baseball was evolving rapidly.
Kelly's career unfolded in an era characterized by significant changes in baseball, as the sport was transitioning from the deadball era, where low-scoring games and strategic play dominated, to a more modern style of play. While his career statistics may not reflect a standout player, every athlete contributes to the tapestry of baseball history. Kelly's time in the majors remains a testament to the countless players who have donned a uniform and pursued their passion for the game, carving out their own stories in the annals of baseball lore.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 45 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 13 | 0.156 | 0.296 | 0.200 | 0.496 | -124.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CHW | AL | 14 | 45 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 13 | 0.156 | -124.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 14 | 12 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CHA | OF | 14 | 12 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Right Field | 14 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Viator College | Bourbonnais | IL | 1907 |
| University of Notre Dame | South Bend | IN | 1909, 1910 |