Bevo LeBourveau, baseball player, 1919-1929

Bevo LeBourveau

Born: 8/24/1896 in Dana, CA, USA

Died: 12/9/1947 in Nevada City, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1919-09-09 | Final Game: 1929-10-05

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: DeWitt Wiley LeBourveau

Biography

Bevo LeBourveau was a professional baseball player born in 1896, who played as a position player from 1919 until his retirement in 1929. Over the course of his career, he participated in 280 games, showcasing his skills primarily in the infield. LeBourveau finished his career with 217 hits, accumulating a respectable batting average of .275. He demonstrated not only his ability to get on base but also power at the plate, hitting 11 home runs and driving in 69 RBIs. His speed was evident as he recorded 15 stolen bases, reflecting the style of play that characterized an era transitioning from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded approaches of the late 1920s. LeBourveau's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, as the sport evolved with the introduction of new strategies and a greater emphasis on power hitting. His contributions to his teams, though perhaps overshadowed by the stars of his time, reflected the tenacity and skill of the players who paved the way for future generations. After a decade in the majors, LeBourveau left a legacy rooted in consistent performance and a commitment to the game, marking his place in baseball history.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
8.0 7.0 1.0 3.0 1.0 0 0 0 1.0 0 0 0.429 0.500 0.571 1.071

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
280 788 100 217 27 11 11 69 15 79 125 0.275 0.345 0.379 0.725 -91.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 208 0 371 33 28 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 142
Center Field 8
Right Field 58

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Santa Clara University Santa Clara CA 1917