Reddy Mack, baseball player, 1885-1890

Reddy Mack

Born: 5/2/1866 in Ireland

Died: 12/30/1916 in Newport, KY, USA

MLB Debut: 1885-09-16 | Final Game: 1890-09-30

Bats: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 182 lbs

Full name: Joseph Mack

Biography

Reddy Mack was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball during the late 19th century, showcasing his talents from 1885 to 1890. Born in 1866, Mack played a total of 550 games, where he accumulated 524 hits and achieved a batting average of .254 over the course of his career. Known for his agility on the base paths, he recorded 83 stolen bases and contributed 262 RBIs, along with 6 home runs, demonstrating his versatility and offensive capabilities. Mack's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the evolution of the game as it transitioned from the deadball era into a new age of offensive strategies. His contributions on the field, particularly in terms of base running and hitting, left a mark during a time when players were beginning to explore more dynamic playing styles. Although his career was relatively short, Mack's impact on the game and his role as a position player helped pave the way for future generations of baseball athletes. He retired on September 30, 1890, leaving behind a legacy as a skilled and dedicated player of his time.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
550 2062 381 524 87 36 6 262 83 275 207 0.254 0.352 0.340 0.692 2809.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 549 0 1485 1655 330 229
OF 1 0 5 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 549
Center Field 1