Harry McCormick
Born: 2/28/1881 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 7/9/1962 in Lewisburg, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1904-04-14 | Final Game: 1913-10-04
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Harry Elwood McCormick
Biography
Harry McCormick was a professional baseball player born in 1881 who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1904 to 1913. Throughout his career, he played in 429 games, showcasing his versatility as a position player. McCormick finished his career with a commendable batting average of .285, totaling 356 hits, 133 RBIs, and 6 home runs. In addition to his offensive contributions, he demonstrated speed on the bases, recording 30 stolen bases, which highlighted his ability to impact the game in multiple facets.
Competing during the early 20th century, McCormick's playing style exemplified the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach in baseball. His contributions to his teams were significant, as he not only delivered solid offensive performances but also played a crucial role in the development of the game during a time of evolving strategies and player dynamics. McCormick's legacy remains as a testament to the dedication and skill of players from this formative period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 429 | 1247 | 165 | 356 | 62 | 26 | 6 | 133 | 30 | 92 | 160 | 0.285 | 0.340 | 0.391 | 0.732 | 3473.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | NY1 | NL | 59 | 203 | 28 | 54 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 26 | 13 | 13 | 29 | 0.266 | 363.3 |
| 1904 | PIT | NL | 66 | 238 | 25 | 69 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 23 | 6 | 13 | 42 | 0.290 | 363.3 |
| 1908 | NY1 | NL | 73 | 252 | 31 | 76 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 32 | 6 | 4 | 23 | 0.302 | 524.2 |
| 1908 | PHI | NL | 11 | 22 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.091 | 524.2 |
| 1909 | NY1 | NL | 121 | 413 | 68 | 120 | 21 | 8 | 3 | 27 | 4 | 49 | 42 | 0.291 | 1923.7 |
| 1912 | NY1 | NL | 42 | 39 | 4 | 13 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 9 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1913 | NY1 | NL | 57 | 80 | 9 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0.275 | 15.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | WS | NY1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
| 1912 | WS | NY1 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 322 | 290 | 455 | 27 | 42 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | NY1 | OF | 55 | 47 | 95 | 3 | 9 | 2 |
| 1904 | PIT | OF | 66 | 66 | 87 | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| 1908 | NY1 | OF | 65 | 65 | 97 | 3 | 11 | 2 |
| 1908 | PHI | OF | 5 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1909 | NY1 | OF | 110 | 108 | 144 | 13 | 13 | 6 |
| 1912 | NY1 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1912 | NY1 | OF | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1913 | NY1 | OF | 15 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 166 |
| Center Field | 55 |
| Right Field | 103 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucknell University | Lewisburg | PA | 1902 |