Dud Lee
Born: 8/22/1899 in Denver, CO, USA
Died: 1/7/1971 in Denver, CO, USA
MLB Debut: 1920-10-03 | Final Game: 1926-04-14
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Ernest Holford Lee
Biography
Dud Lee was a professional baseball player born in 1899, who made his mark in the Major Leagues between 1920 and 1926. Playing primarily as a position player, Lee participated in 253 games, during which he compiled a batting average of .223. Over the course of his career, he recorded 163 hits and drove in 60 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively despite a lack of home run power, as he did not hit any home runs during his time in the league. Lee also demonstrated some speed on the basepaths, amassing 12 stolen bases.
Competing in a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive-focused style, Lee's contributions were a reflection of the evolving strategies in baseball. While he may not have been a star player, his resilience and dedication to the game during the early 1920s contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history. After his playing days, Lee's legacy continued to resonate among baseball enthusiasts who appreciate the stories of those who shaped the sport before the advent of modern metrics and analytics.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24.0 | 21.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.125 | .000 | 0.125 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | 9.0 | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.222 | .000 | 0.222 |
| 1935 | 15.0 | 14.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.067 | .000 | 0.067 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 253 | 732 | 80 | 163 | 20 | 9 | 0 | 60 | 12 | 88 | 70 | 0.223 | 0.311 | 0.275 | 0.586 | -2928.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | SLA | AL | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 1921 | SLA | AL | 72 | 180 | 18 | 30 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 14 | 34 | 0.167 | -1373.8 |
| 1924 | BOS | AL | 94 | 288 | 36 | 73 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 29 | 8 | 40 | 17 | 0.253 | -469.9 |
| 1925 | BOS | AL | 84 | 255 | 22 | 57 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 19 | 2 | 34 | 19 | 0.224 | -1085.1 |
| 1926 | BOS | AL | 2 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 30 | 0 | 60 | 64 | 5 | 21 |
| 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 208 | 0 | 468 | 597 | 83 | 117 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | SLA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1921 | SLA | 2B | 30 | 0 | 60 | 64 | 5 | 21 |
| 1921 | SLA | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1921 | SLA | SS | 31 | 0 | 78 | 87 | 14 | 9 |
| 1924 | BOS | SS | 90 | 0 | 198 | 246 | 30 | 43 |
| 1925 | BOS | SS | 84 | 0 | 188 | 260 | 37 | 64 |
| 1926 | BOS | SS | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 30 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Shortstop | 209 |