Dan McGann
Born: 7/15/1871 in Shelbyville, KY, USA
Died: 12/13/1910 in Louisville, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1896-08-08 | Final Game: 1908-10-07
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Dennis Lawrence McGann
Biography
Dan McGann was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his versatility and offensive prowess. Born in 1871, McGann's career spanned from 1896 to 1908, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more dynamic style of play. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 1,437 games, accumulating 1,482 hits, 42 home runs, and 727 RBIs, while maintaining a commendable batting average of .284. His ability to steal bases was also notable, as he swiped 282 bases, showcasing his speed and agility on the field.
McGann played for several teams, including the New York Giants and the St. Louis Cardinals, establishing himself as a reliable player who contributed significantly to his teams' successes. His career was characterized by an impressive combination of hitting and base-running skills, making him a valuable asset during a transformative era in baseball. As the game evolved, McGann's contributions helped pave the way for future generations of players, solidifying his place in baseball history as a skilled athlete who exemplified the spirit of competition and athleticism in his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1437 | 5226 | 842 | 1482 | 181 | 100 | 42 | 727 | 282 | 429 | 334 | 0.284 | 0.364 | 0.381 | 0.744 | 14224.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1896 | BSN | NL | 43 | 171 | 25 | 55 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 30 | 2 | 12 | 10 | 0.322 | 445.1 |
| 1898 | BLN | NL | 145 | 535 | 99 | 161 | 18 | 8 | 5 | 106 | 33 | 53 | 30 | 0.301 | 2234.7 |
| 1899 | BRO | NL | 63 | 214 | 49 | 52 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 32 | 16 | 21 | 16 | 0.243 | 183.6 |
| 1899 | WAS | NL | 77 | 284 | 65 | 96 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 58 | 11 | 14 | 12 | 0.338 | 183.6 |
| 1900 | STL | NL | 121 | 444 | 79 | 132 | 10 | 9 | 4 | 58 | 26 | 32 | 20 | 0.297 | 888.4 |
| 1901 | STL | NL | 103 | 423 | 73 | 115 | 15 | 9 | 6 | 56 | 17 | 16 | 52 | 0.272 | 465.4 |
| 1902 | BLA | AL | 68 | 250 | 40 | 79 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 42 | 17 | 19 | 13 | 0.316 | 856.9 |
| 1902 | NY1 | NL | 61 | 227 | 25 | 68 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 21 | 12 | 12 | 17 | 0.300 | 856.9 |
| 1903 | NY1 | NL | 129 | 482 | 75 | 130 | 21 | 6 | 3 | 50 | 36 | 32 | 30 | 0.270 | 387.8 |
| 1904 | NY1 | NL | 141 | 517 | 81 | 148 | 22 | 6 | 6 | 71 | 42 | 36 | 29 | 0.286 | 1920.1 |
| 1905 | NY1 | NL | 136 | 491 | 88 | 147 | 23 | 14 | 5 | 75 | 22 | 55 | 31 | 0.299 | 2992.0 |
| 1906 | NY1 | NL | 134 | 451 | 62 | 107 | 14 | 8 | 0 | 37 | 30 | 60 | 29 | 0.237 | 656.0 |
| 1907 | NY1 | NL | 81 | 262 | 29 | 78 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 36 | 9 | 29 | 15 | 0.298 | 1070.0 |
| 1908 | BSN | NL | 135 | 475 | 52 | 114 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 55 | 9 | 38 | 30 | 0.240 | 378.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 17 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 0.235 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | WS | NY1 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 0.235 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1377 | 611 | 13694 | 798 | 169 | 701 |
| 2B | 53 | 9 | 109 | 136 | 23 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1896 | BSN | 2B | 43 | 0 | 88 | 111 | 21 | 10 |
| 1898 | BLN | 1B | 145 | 0 | 1416 | 68 | 26 | 78 |
| 1899 | BRO | 1B | 61 | 0 | 645 | 31 | 10 | 49 |
| 1899 | WAS | 1B | 77 | 0 | 679 | 36 | 8 | 37 |
| 1900 | SLN | 1B | 121 | 0 | 1212 | 58 | 13 | 41 |
| 1900 | SLN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1901 | SLN | 1B | 103 | 0 | 1030 | 50 | 18 | 64 |
| 1902 | BLA | 1B | 68 | 0 | 658 | 41 | 9 | 52 |
| 1902 | NY1 | 1B | 61 | 0 | 634 | 39 | 13 | 38 |
| 1903 | NY1 | 1B | 129 | 0 | 1188 | 64 | 15 | 58 |
| 1904 | NY1 | 1B | 141 | 141 | 1481 | 94 | 15 | 62 |
| 1905 | NY1 | 1B | 136 | 136 | 1350 | 86 | 13 | 59 |
| 1906 | NY1 | 1B | 133 | 133 | 1391 | 83 | 8 | 61 |
| 1907 | NY1 | 1B | 81 | 80 | 781 | 55 | 5 | 36 |
| 1908 | BSN | 1B | 121 | 121 | 1229 | 93 | 16 | 66 |
| 1908 | BSN | 2B | 9 | 9 | 18 | 24 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1377 |
| Second Base | 53 |