Ed McDonough
Born: 9/11/1886 in Elgin, IL, USA
Died: 9/2/1926 in Elgin, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1909-08-03 | Final Game: 1910-10-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Edward Sebastian McDonough
Biography
Ed McDonough was a professional baseball player born in 1886 who played in the early 20th century, specifically from 1909 to 1910. During his brief Major League career, McDonough appeared in a total of 6 games, primarily serving as a position player. He finished his playing days with 1 hit, yielding a batting average of 0.1, and did not record any home runs or RBIs. His time in the league coincided with a transformative period in baseball, as the sport began to evolve from the deadball era into a more dynamic style of play.
Despite his limited impact on the field, McDonough's career reflected the challenges many players faced during this transitional time. With only a handful of games to his name, he serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to make their mark in the burgeoning world of professional baseball, often competing against more established stars. While his statistical contributions were modest, McDonough remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.100 | 0.100 | 0.100 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | PHI | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1910 | PHI | NL | 5 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 5 | 2 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | PHI | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1910 | PHI | C | 4 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | South Bend | IN | 1908, 1909 |