Art Madison
Born: 1/14/1871 in Clarksburg, MA, USA
Died: 1/27/1933 in North Adams, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1895-09-09 | Final Game: 1899-08-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Arthur M. Madison
Biography
Art Madison was a professional baseball player born in 1871, whose career spanned from 1895 until 1909, playing primarily as a position player. Over the course of his career, he participated in 53 games, where he accumulated 44 hits and achieved a commendable batting average of .289. Madison demonstrated versatility and speed on the basepaths, contributing 5 stolen bases to his overall performance. Although he did not hit any home runs, his ability to drive in runs was evident as he recorded 27 RBIs during his time in the league.
Playing during the late 19th century, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to more modern styles of play, Madison's contributions reflected the evolving dynamics of baseball. While his time in the spotlight was relatively brief, his statistical accomplishments and competitive spirit positioned him as a noteworthy figure in the early development of the game. Madison's legacy serves as a reminder of the many players who laid the groundwork for the rich history of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53 | 152 | 26 | 44 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 27 | 5 | 12 | 12 | 0.289 | 0.345 | 0.375 | 0.720 | -50.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | PHI | NL | 11 | 34 | 6 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0.353 | 0.0 |
| 1899 | PIT | NL | 42 | 118 | 20 | 32 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 11 | 11 | 0.271 | -50.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 22 | 0 | 49 | 51 | 8 | 6 |
| 3B | 4 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| SS | 21 | 0 | 36 | 54 | 8 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | PHI | 2B | 3 | 0 | 9 | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| 1895 | PHI | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1895 | PHI | SS | 6 | 0 | 8 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| 1899 | PIT | 2B | 19 | 0 | 40 | 41 | 4 | 4 |
| 1899 | PIT | 3B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1899 | PIT | SS | 15 | 0 | 28 | 41 | 7 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 22 |
| Third Base | 4 |
| Shortstop | 21 |