Heinie Manush, baseball player, 110 home runs, 1923-1939

Heinie Manush

⭐ Hall of Fame 1964

Born: 7/20/1901 in Tuscumbia, AL, USA

Died: 5/12/1971 in Sarasota, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1923-04-20 | Final Game: 1939-05-22

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Henry Emmett Manush

Biography

Heinie Manush was a prominent American baseball player whose career spanned from 1923 to 1939. Born in 1901, he established himself as a formidable position player during a transformative period in Major League Baseball. Over the course of 2,008 games, Manush compiled an impressive batting average of .333, showcasing his exceptional hitting ability with 2,524 hits, 110 home runs, and 1,183 RBIs. His prowess at the plate not only made him a consistent offensive threat but also earned him a selection as an All-Star during his illustrious career. Additionally, Manush demonstrated versatility and speed on the bases, finishing his career with 114 stolen bases. Manush's contributions to the game were recognized when he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1964, solidifying his legacy among the sport's greats. Known for his keen eye and powerful swing in an era that witnessed the evolution of offensive play, he left an indelible mark on the field, influencing future generations of players. His career achievements and lasting impact on the game reflect the high standards of excellence during a time when baseball was rapidly growing in popularity across the United States.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
102.0 96.0 12.0 28.0 6.0 2.0 2.0 3.0 5.0 0 0 0.292 0.327 0.458 0.785

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
2008 7654 1287 2524 491 160 110 1183 114 506 345 0.330 0.377 0.479 0.856 22807.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
5 18 2 2 0 0 0 0 2 1 0.111

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1933 WS WS1 5 18 2 2 0 0 0 0 2 1 0.111

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 1 0 0 0
OF 1845 0 3841 105 83 26

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1
Left Field 1381
Center Field 312
Right Field 154

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1937 Most Valuable Player NL 21th 1.0 80 0
1933 Most Valuable Player AL 3rd 54.0 80 2
1932 Most Valuable Player AL 3rd 41.0 80 0
1928 Most Valuable Player AL 2nd 51.0 64 0
1926 Most Valuable Player AL 5th 16.0 64 0