Chris Lindsay
Born: 7/24/1878 in Beaver County, PA, USA
Died: 1/25/1941 in Cleveland, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1905-07-05 | Final Game: 1906-10-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Christian Haller Lindsay
Biography
Chris Lindsay was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues during the early 20th century, specifically from 1905 to 1907. Born in 1878, Lindsay played the position of a position player and participated in a total of 229 games throughout his career. He recorded 200 hits, showcasing his ability to connect with the ball, albeit without hitting any home runs. His contributions to his teams included 67 RBIs and a batting average of .242, reflecting the competitive nature of the sport during that era.
Lindsay also demonstrated his speed on the basepaths, accumulating 28 stolen bases, which highlights his ability to disrupt opposing defenses. Playing during a time when baseball was evolving, Lindsay's career coincided with the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-focused game. While his stats may not reflect a superstar caliber, Lindsay's role as a consistent player contributed to the dynamic of the teams he was part of, and he remains a part of baseball's rich tapestry of history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 229 | 828 | 97 | 200 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 67 | 28 | 63 | 87 | 0.242 | 0.301 | 0.285 | 0.586 | -797.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | DET | AL | 88 | 329 | 38 | 88 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 31 | 10 | 18 | 37 | 0.267 | 27.4 |
| 1906 | DET | AL | 141 | 499 | 59 | 112 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 36 | 18 | 45 | 50 | 0.224 | -824.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 210 | 213 | 1883 | 123 | 46 | 95 |
| 2B | 17 | 15 | 40 | 38 | 8 | 4 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | DET | 1B | 88 | 89 | 761 | 57 | 18 | 40 |
| 1906 | DET | 1B | 122 | 124 | 1122 | 66 | 28 | 55 |
| 1906 | DET | 2B | 17 | 15 | 40 | 38 | 8 | 4 |
| 1906 | DET | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 213 |
| Second Base | 19 |
| Third Base | 1 |