Lee King, baseball player, 1916-1922

Lee King

Born: 12/26/1892 in Hundred, WV, USA

Died: 9/16/1967 in Shinnston, WV, USA

MLB Debut: 1916-09-20 | Final Game: 1922-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Edward Lee King

Biography

Lee King was a professional baseball player born in 1892, who played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1916 until 1922. Throughout his career, King appeared in 411 games, showcasing his versatility and dedication to the sport during a time when baseball was evolving rapidly in the post-Deadball Era. He recorded a total of 294 hits, contributing to a career batting average of .247. Known for his ability to drive in runs, King amassed 144 RBIs and hit 15 home runs, while also demonstrating speed on the bases with 16 stolen bases. King's playing style was characterized by a mix of solid contact hitting and opportunistic base running, which made him a valuable asset to his teams during the early 20th century. As baseball transitioned into a new era, Kingโ€™s contributions on the field reflected the competitive spirit and diverse skill sets that characterized the game during his playing years. His career spanned several seasons and provided a glimpse into the evolution of baseball as it began to embrace a more dynamic style of play.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
411 1189 134 294 60 18 15 144 16 82 175 0.247 0.299 0.366 0.665 -506.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 1.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1922 WS NY1 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 1.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 6 0 54 3 0 2
OF 349 0 636 40 43 8

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 6
Left Field 108
Center Field 110
Right Field 125