Art Mahan
Born: 6/8/1913 in Somerville, MA, USA
Died: 12/7/2010 in Rydal, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1940-04-30 | Final Game: 1940-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 178 lbs
Full name: Arthur Leo Mahan
Biography
Art Mahan was a professional baseball player born in 1913, who played in the Major Leagues from April 30, 1940, to September 29, 1940. A versatile position player, Mahan appeared in 146 games throughout his brief career, showcasing his skills during a time when the league was transitioning out of the Great Depression and into the vibrant years leading up to World War II. His performance at the plate included 133 hits, resulting in a batting average of .244, alongside 2 home runs and 39 RBIs. Additionally, Mahan contributed to his teams with 4 stolen bases, demonstrating a degree of speed and agility on the base paths.
Despite the brevity of his Major League tenure, Mahan's contributions were significant during a competitive era in baseball history, marked by the emergence of new talent and the challenges presented by the global conflict. His playing style reflected the hustle and determination typical of players from that time, as they navigated the evolving landscape of the sport. Mahan remains a notable figure in the annals of baseball history, remembered for his role in the game during a pivotal moment in American sports.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 146 | 544 | 55 | 133 | 24 | 5 | 2 | 39 | 4 | 40 | 37 | 0.244 | 0.297 | 0.318 | 0.615 | -1727.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | PHI | NL | 146 | 544 | 55 | 133 | 24 | 5 | 2 | 39 | 4 | 40 | 37 | 0.244 | -1727.2 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 145 | 0 | 1380 | 102 | 12 | 120 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | PHI | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1940 | PHI | 1B | 145 | 0 | 1380 | 102 | 12 | 120 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| First Base | 145 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villanova University | Villanova | PA | 1934, 1935, 1936 |