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, Kingโs 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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 | PIT | NL | 8 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1917 | PIT | NL | 111 | 381 | 32 | 95 | 14 | 5 | 1 | 35 | 8 | 15 | 58 | 0.249 | -473.7 |
| 1918 | PIT | NL | 36 | 112 | 9 | 26 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 0.232 | -59.8 |
| 1919 | NY1 | NL | 21 | 20 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 1920 | NY1 | NL | 93 | 261 | 32 | 72 | 11 | 4 | 7 | 42 | 3 | 21 | 38 | 0.276 | 351.1 |
| 1921 | NY1 | NL | 39 | 94 | 17 | 21 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 13 | 6 | 0.223 | -242.8 |
| 1921 | PHI | NL | 64 | 216 | 25 | 58 | 19 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 1 | 8 | 37 | 0.269 | -242.8 |
| 1922 | NY1 | NL | 20 | 34 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0.176 | 0.0 |
| 1922 | PHI | NL | 19 | 53 | 8 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 | PIT | OF | 8 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1917 | PIT | OF | 102 | 0 | 198 | 16 | 7 | 6 |
| 1918 | PIT | OF | 36 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 1919 | NY1 | OF | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1920 | NY1 | OF | 84 | 0 | 167 | 8 | 9 | 1 |
| 1921 | NY1 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1921 | NY1 | OF | 35 | 0 | 52 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| 1921 | PHI | OF | 57 | 0 | 115 | 8 | 12 | 0 |
| 1922 | NY1 | 1B | 5 | 0 | 54 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 1922 | NY1 | OF | 5 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1922 | PHI | OF | 15 | 0 | 34 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 6 |
| Left Field | 108 |
| Center Field | 110 |
| Right Field | 125 |