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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1885 | LS2 | AA | 11 | 41 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.244 | 0.0 |
| 1886 | LS2 | AA | 137 | 483 | 82 | 118 | 23 | 11 | 1 | 56 | 13 | 68 | 0 | 0.244 | 957.6 |
| 1887 | LS2 | AA | 128 | 478 | 117 | 147 | 23 | 8 | 1 | 69 | 22 | 83 | 63 | 0.308 | 1876.8 |
| 1888 | LS2 | AA | 112 | 446 | 77 | 97 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 34 | 18 | 52 | 75 | 0.217 | 302.6 |
| 1889 | BL2 | AA | 136 | 519 | 84 | 125 | 24 | 7 | 1 | 87 | 23 | 60 | 69 | 0.241 | -549.4 |
| 1890 | BL3 | AA | 26 | 95 | 14 | 27 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 11 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0.284 | 221.6 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1885 | LS2 | 2B | 11 | 0 | 33 | 36 | 9 | 9 |
| 1886 | LS2 | 2B | 137 | 0 | 350 | 446 | 88 | 60 |
| 1887 | LS2 | 2B | 128 | 0 | 366 | 395 | 73 | 48 |
| 1888 | LS2 | 2B | 112 | 0 | 307 | 344 | 67 | 35 |
| 1889 | BL2 | 2B | 135 | 0 | 367 | 358 | 83 | 70 |
| 1889 | BL2 | OF | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1890 | BL3 | 2B | 26 | 0 | 62 | 76 | 10 | 7 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 549 |
| Center Field | 1 |