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
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | 38.0 | 35.0 | 3.0 | 10.0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.286 | 0.324 | 0.514 | 0.838 |
| 1927 | 26.0 | 26.0 | 3.0 | 6.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.231 | 0.231 | 0.231 | 0.462 |
| 1929 | 22.0 | 20.0 | 3.0 | 5.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.318 | 0.500 | 0.818 |
| 1935 | 16.0 | 15.0 | 3.0 | 7.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.467 | 0.500 | 0.667 | 1.167 |
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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | DET | AL | 109 | 308 | 59 | 103 | 20 | 5 | 4 | 54 | 3 | 20 | 21 | 0.334 | 1214.9 |
| 1924 | DET | AL | 120 | 422 | 83 | 122 | 24 | 8 | 9 | 68 | 14 | 27 | 30 | 0.289 | 666.5 |
| 1925 | DET | AL | 99 | 278 | 46 | 84 | 14 | 3 | 5 | 47 | 8 | 24 | 21 | 0.302 | 187.6 |
| 1926 | DET | AL | 136 | 498 | 95 | 188 | 35 | 8 | 14 | 86 | 11 | 31 | 28 | 0.378 | 3376.6 |
| 1927 | DET | AL | 151 | 593 | 102 | 177 | 31 | 18 | 6 | 90 | 12 | 47 | 29 | 0.298 | 834.5 |
| 1928 | SLA | AL | 154 | 638 | 104 | 241 | 47 | 20 | 13 | 108 | 17 | 39 | 14 | 0.378 | 4223.7 |
| 1929 | SLA | AL | 142 | 574 | 85 | 204 | 45 | 10 | 6 | 81 | 9 | 43 | 24 | 0.355 | 2044.7 |
| 1930 | SLA | AL | 49 | 198 | 26 | 65 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 29 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 0.328 | 92.0 |
| 1930 | WSN | AL | 88 | 356 | 74 | 129 | 33 | 8 | 7 | 65 | 4 | 26 | 17 | 0.362 | 92.0 |
| 1931 | WSN | AL | 146 | 616 | 110 | 189 | 41 | 11 | 6 | 70 | 3 | 36 | 27 | 0.307 | 892.0 |
| 1932 | WSN | AL | 149 | 625 | 121 | 214 | 41 | 14 | 14 | 116 | 7 | 36 | 29 | 0.342 | 2766.7 |
| 1933 | WSN | AL | 153 | 658 | 115 | 221 | 32 | 17 | 5 | 95 | 6 | 36 | 18 | 0.336 | 2169.7 |
| 1934 | WSN | AL | 137 | 556 | 88 | 194 | 42 | 11 | 11 | 89 | 7 | 36 | 23 | 0.349 | 2569.7 |
| 1935 | WSN | AL | 119 | 479 | 68 | 131 | 26 | 9 | 4 | 56 | 2 | 35 | 17 | 0.273 | -321.0 |
| 1936 | BOS | AL | 82 | 313 | 43 | 91 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 45 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 0.291 | -470.5 |
| 1937 | BRO | NL | 132 | 466 | 57 | 155 | 25 | 7 | 4 | 73 | 6 | 40 | 24 | 0.333 | 1179.3 |
| 1938 | BRO | NL | 17 | 51 | 9 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 0.235 | -126.1 |
| 1938 | PIT | NL | 15 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.308 | -126.1 |
| 1939 | PIT | NL | 10 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | DET | OF | 79 | 0 | 158 | 6 | 8 | 0 |
| 1924 | DET | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1924 | DET | OF | 106 | 0 | 224 | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| 1925 | DET | OF | 73 | 0 | 153 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| 1926 | DET | OF | 120 | 0 | 283 | 7 | 10 | 3 |
| 1927 | DET | OF | 149 | 0 | 361 | 9 | 11 | 3 |
| 1928 | SLA | OF | 154 | 0 | 355 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| 1929 | SLA | OF | 141 | 0 | 293 | 11 | 4 | 3 |
| 1930 | SLA | OF | 48 | 0 | 96 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1930 | WS1 | OF | 86 | 0 | 159 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 1931 | WS1 | OF | 143 | 0 | 245 | 5 | 6 | 1 |
| 1932 | WS1 | OF | 146 | 0 | 318 | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| 1933 | WS1 | OF | 150 | 0 | 325 | 10 | 6 | 1 |
| 1934 | WS1 | OF | 131 | 0 | 293 | 5 | 6 | 2 |
| 1935 | WS1 | OF | 111 | 0 | 251 | 8 | 4 | 5 |
| 1936 | BOS | OF | 72 | 0 | 110 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 1937 | BRO | OF | 123 | 0 | 187 | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| 1938 | BRO | OF | 12 | 0 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1939 | PIT | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 1381 |
| Center Field | 312 |
| Right Field | 154 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1934 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | RF |
| 1928 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | OF |
| 1928 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | OF |
| 1928 | TSN All-Star | OF |
| 1926 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | OF |
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 |