Sheldon Lejeune
Born: 7/22/1885 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 4/21/1952 in Eloise, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1911-05-10 | Final Game: 1915-05-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Sheldon Adalbert Lejeune
Biography
Sheldon Lejeune was a professional baseball player born in 1885 who played in the Major Leagues from 1911 to 1915. Primarily serving as a position player, Lejeune appeared in 24 games over the course of his career, where he recorded 14 hits and batted .167. Despite his low batting average, he contributed to his teams with 4 runs batted in and showcased his speed on the base paths with 6 stolen bases.
Lejeune's playing career spanned a time in baseball history marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. While he may not have left a significant statistical impact, his participation in the league during this period reflects the diverse range of talent that contributed to the evolution of baseball in the early 20th century. His journey through the majors serves as a reminder of the many players who shaped the game during its formative years, even if their individual numbers do not dominate the record books.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 84 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 15 | 0.167 | 0.213 | 0.190 | 0.404 | -376.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | BRO | NL | 6 | 19 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 0.158 | 0.0 |
| 1915 | PIT | NL | 18 | 65 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 0.169 | -376.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 24 | 0 | 52 | 4 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | BRO | OF | 6 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1915 | PIT | OF | 18 | 0 | 43 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 24 |