George Loepp
Born: 9/11/1901 in Detroit, MI, USA
Died: 9/4/1967 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1928-08-29 | Final Game: 1930-07-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: George Herbert Loepp
Biography
George Loepp, born in 1901, was a professional baseball player who made his mark as a position player in the late 1920s and early 1930s. He played in the Major Leagues from 1928 to 1930, appearing in a total of 65 games. Loepp showcased his skills primarily as a hitter, accumulating 46 hits throughout his career, which resulted in a batting average of .249. Although he did not hit any home runs, he contributed to his team's offensive efforts with 17 RBIs during his time on the field.
Loepp's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, just before the onset of the Golden Age of the sport, which would see the rise of legendary figures and the integration of baseball. While he did not achieve the same level of fame as many of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for remain a part of the rich tapestry of Major League Baseball history. Loepp's experience exemplified the dedication and hard work that characterized many players of his era, navigating the challenges of the game with determination and resilience.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54.0 | 45.0 | 5.0 | 9.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3.0 | 8.0 | 4.0 | 1.0 | 0.200 | 0.321 | 0.356 | 0.677 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | 33.0 | 25.0 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 | 0.375 | 0.240 | 0.615 |
| 1930 | 21.0 | 20.0 | 1.0 | 4.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 4.0 | 1.0 | 0.200 | 0.238 | 0.500 | 0.738 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 185 | 29 | 46 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 25 | 21 | 0.249 | 0.347 | 0.324 | 0.672 | -387.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | BOS | AL | 15 | 51 | 6 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 0.176 | -261.4 |
| 1930 | WSN | AL | 50 | 134 | 23 | 37 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 20 | 9 | 0.276 | -126.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 62 | 0 | 124 | 5 | 6 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | BOS | OF | 14 | 0 | 35 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 1930 | WS1 | OF | 48 | 0 | 89 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 17 |
| Center Field | 43 |
| Right Field | 8 |