Karl Kolseth
Born: 12/25/1892 in Cambridge, MA, USA
Died: 5/3/1956 in Cumberland, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1915-09-30 | Final Game: 1915-10-03
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 182 lbs
Full name: Karl Dickey Kolseth
Biography
Karl Kolseth, born in 1892, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief but notable period in the early 20th century. He played as a position player primarily during the 1915 season, making a total of six appearances in Major League Baseball. In those games, Kolseth recorded six hits, achieving a batting average of .261, along with one run batted in. While he did not hit any home runs or steal bases, his contributions during this time reflected the evolving nature of baseball as it began to move away from the deadball era.
Kolseth's career, while short-lived, came at a time when the sport was experiencing significant transitions, including the integration of more diverse playing styles and strategies. His performance, though limited to just a handful of games, is a reminder of the many players who contributed to the fabric of the game during its formative years. After his brief stint in the majors, Kolseth's legacy remains as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing those who took the field during a pivotal era for the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 23 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.261 | 0.292 | 0.391 | 0.683 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | BLF | FL | 6 | 23 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.261 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 6 | 0 | 63 | 2 | 6 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | BLF | 1B | 6 | 0 | 63 | 2 | 6 | 5 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 6 |