Swede Larsen, baseball player, 1936-1936

Swede Larsen

Born: 11/15/1913 in Jersey City, NJ, USA

Died: 10/8/2005 in Tucson, AZ, USA

MLB Debut: 1936-06-17 | Final Game: 1936-09-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Erling Adell Larsen

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Biography

Swede Larsen, born in 1913, had a brief career as a Major League Baseball player, appearing in the league during the 1936 season. His time in the majors was marked by his role as a position player, although he played only three games and did not record any hits, runs, or RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0. Despite his limited presence on the field, Larsen's participation in the game during this era reflects the shifting landscape of baseball in the 1930s, a time when the sport was evolving and beginning to attract a more diverse range of players. Larsen's career spanned a short period from June 17 to September 27, 1936, highlighting the challenges many players faced in securing a long-term position in the major leagues during a time of intense competition. While his statistics do not tell the story of a prolific player, they serve as a reminder of the numerous individuals who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if only for a fleeting moment. Swede Larsen's legacy is one of perseverance in an era that demanded excellence, showcasing the dreams of countless aspiring ballplayers who sought to make their mark in America's pastime.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .284 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .350 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .404 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.754 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1936 BSN NL 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 2 0 1 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1936 BSN 2B 2 0 1 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 2

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Colgate University Hamilton NY 1934, 1935, 1936