Phil Lewis, baseball player, 1905-1908

Phil Lewis

Born: 10/7/1883 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Died: 8/8/1959 in Port Wentworth, GA, USA

MLB Debut: 1905-04-14 | Final Game: 1908-09-29

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Philip Lewis

Biography

Phil Lewis was a professional baseball player born in 1883, who played in the Major Leagues from 1905 to 1908. Primarily a position player, Lewis showcased his skills over the course of 508 games. His career achievements included accumulating 429 hits, 4 home runs, and 130 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .242. Known for his speed on the basepaths, he also recorded 55 stolen bases, demonstrating a keen ability to disrupt opposing defenses. Lewis's playing career unfolded during the early 20th century, a time marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented approach in baseball. While he may not have been one of the era's standout stars, his contributions as a consistent player reflected the grit and determination of many athletes of his time. As a member of the early generations of professional baseball, Lewis helped lay the groundwork for the game’s evolution, leaving a lasting legacy as part of baseball's rich history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
508 1775 146 429 33 13 4 130 55 95 107 0.242 0.281 0.282 0.563 -2844.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
SS 505 505 1001 1488 198 168

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Shortstop 505

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Cornell University Ithaca NY 1902, 1903