Dan Kerwin
Born: 7/9/1874 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 7/13/1960 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1903-09-27 | Final Game: 1903-09-27
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 164 lbs
Full name: Daniel Patrick Kerwin
Biography
Dan Kerwin, born in 1874, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period in the early 1900s. He played his entire Major League career on September 27, 1903, a single day that would define his presence in the annals of baseball history. As a position player, Kerwin made an impression in his limited time on the field, participating in 2 games where he recorded 4 hits. With a remarkable batting average of .667, he showcased his ability to connect with the ball effectively, though he did not hit any home runs or accumulate significant RBIs, finishing with just 1.
Kerwin's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, just as the sport was beginning to gain widespread popularity in America. The early 1900s were marked by the evolution of player roles and the establishment of more structured seasons, setting the stage for future generations of athletes. While his time in the spotlight was fleeting, Kerwin's impressive batting average and contributions, however minimal, are a testament to the many players who participated in the formative years of Major League Baseball. His legacy, though not widely celebrated, is a reminder of the countless individuals who shaped the history of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.667 | 0.778 | 0.833 | 1.611 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | CIN | NL | 2 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | CIN | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 2 |