James Lehan
Born: 5/14/1856 in Hartford, CT, USA
Died: 7/16/1946 in Hartford, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 1884-04-26 | Final Game: 1884-04-29
Full name: James Francis Lehan
Biography
James Lehan was a professional baseball player born in 1856, who made his mark in the sport during the early years of Major League Baseball. He played as a position player for a brief period from April 26 to April 29, 1884. Although his career spanned only three games, Lehan showcased a notable batting average of .333, demonstrating his potential during a time when baseball was still evolving in its competitive landscape.
In his limited appearances, Lehan recorded four hits, though he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, and he did not attempt any stolen bases. His contributions, albeit minimal, reflected the early style of play where batting prowess was emerging as a key focus for players. Lehan's time in the league coincided with a significant era in baseball history, just before the sport began to grow into a more organized and commercially successful entity. His brief stint remains a footnote in the annals of baseball history, a reminder of the many players who contributed to the foundation of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.500 | 0.833 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | WSU | UA | 3 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | WSU | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1884 | WSU | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| 1884 | WSU | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 3 |
| Left Field | 1 |