Stuffy McInnis
Born: 9/19/1890 in Gloucester, MA, USA
Died: 2/16/1960 in Ipswich, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1909-04-12 | Final Game: 1927-08-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 162 lbs
Full name: John Phalen McInnis
Biography
Stuffy McInnis was a prominent American baseball player whose career spanned from 1909 to 1927. Born in 1890, McInnis emerged as a key figure in the early 20th-century baseball landscape, contributing significantly as a position player. Over his 18-year career, he played in 2,128 games, accumulating a remarkable 2,405 hits and achieving a career batting average of .307. His offensive prowess was highlighted by 20 home runs and 1,063 RBIs, reflecting his ability to drive in runs consistently. Additionally, McInnis showcased his speed on the bases, recording 172 stolen bases, which was a notable feat during an era that valued base running.
McInnis was known for his solid hitting and reliable fielding, earning a reputation as a well-rounded player during a time when baseball was transitioning from the deadball era to a more dynamic offensive period. His contributions to various teams, including the Philadelphia Athletics and the Boston Red Sox, helped shape the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball in the 1910s and 1920s. Stuffy McInnis left an indelible mark on the game, and his impressive career statistics continue to resonate with baseball historians and fans alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2128 | 7822 | 872 | 2405 | 312 | 101 | 20 | 1063 | 172 | 380 | 196 | 0.307 | 0.343 | 0.381 | 0.723 | 5633.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | PHA | AL | 19 | 46 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.239 | 0.0 |
| 1910 | PHA | AL | 38 | 73 | 10 | 22 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 12 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0.301 | 249.9 |
| 1911 | PHA | AL | 126 | 468 | 76 | 150 | 20 | 10 | 3 | 77 | 23 | 25 | 0 | 0.321 | 1090.1 |
| 1912 | PHA | AL | 153 | 568 | 83 | 186 | 25 | 13 | 3 | 101 | 27 | 49 | 0 | 0.327 | 1951.5 |
| 1913 | PHA | AL | 148 | 543 | 79 | 176 | 30 | 4 | 4 | 90 | 16 | 45 | 31 | 0.324 | 2063.8 |
| 1914 | PHA | AL | 149 | 576 | 74 | 181 | 12 | 8 | 1 | 95 | 25 | 19 | 27 | 0.314 | 690.6 |
| 1915 | PHA | AL | 119 | 456 | 44 | 143 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 49 | 8 | 14 | 17 | 0.314 | 492.6 |
| 1916 | PHA | AL | 140 | 512 | 42 | 151 | 25 | 3 | 1 | 60 | 7 | 25 | 19 | 0.295 | 706.4 |
| 1917 | PHA | AL | 150 | 567 | 50 | 172 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 44 | 18 | 33 | 19 | 0.303 | 898.1 |
| 1918 | BOS | AL | 117 | 423 | 40 | 115 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 56 | 10 | 19 | 10 | 0.272 | -251.9 |
| 1919 | BOS | AL | 120 | 440 | 32 | 134 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 58 | 8 | 23 | 11 | 0.305 | 364.8 |
| 1920 | BOS | AL | 148 | 559 | 50 | 166 | 21 | 3 | 2 | 72 | 6 | 18 | 19 | 0.297 | -536.8 |
| 1921 | BOS | AL | 152 | 584 | 72 | 179 | 31 | 10 | 0 | 76 | 2 | 21 | 9 | 0.307 | -469.2 |
| 1922 | CLE | AL | 142 | 537 | 58 | 164 | 28 | 7 | 1 | 78 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 0.305 | -658.3 |
| 1923 | BSN | NL | 154 | 607 | 70 | 191 | 23 | 9 | 2 | 95 | 7 | 26 | 12 | 0.315 | -178.4 |
| 1924 | BSN | NL | 146 | 581 | 57 | 169 | 23 | 7 | 1 | 59 | 9 | 15 | 6 | 0.291 | -1296.8 |
| 1925 | PIT | NL | 59 | 155 | 19 | 57 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 17 | 1 | 0.368 | 632.8 |
| 1926 | PIT | NL | 47 | 127 | 12 | 38 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 0.299 | -115.8 |
| 1927 | PHI | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 65 | 5 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 0.200 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | WS | PIT | 4 | 14 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.286 |
| 1918 | WS | BOS | 6 | 20 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 |
| 1914 | WS | PHA | 4 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.143 |
| 1913 | WS | PHA | 5 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.118 |
| 1911 | WS | PHA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1995 | 0 | 19962 | 1238 | 160 | 1309 |
| 2B | 5 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 3B | 27 | 2 | 39 | 45 | 1 | 8 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 55 | 20 | 111 | 121 | 32 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | PHA | SS | 14 | 11 | 34 | 44 | 10 | 5 |
| 1910 | PHA | 2B | 5 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1910 | PHA | 3B | 4 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1910 | PHA | SS | 17 | 9 | 20 | 31 | 4 | 3 |
| 1910 | PHA | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1911 | PHA | 1B | 97 | 0 | 891 | 55 | 17 | 55 |
| 1911 | PHA | SS | 24 | 0 | 57 | 46 | 18 | 3 |
| 1912 | PHA | 1B | 153 | 0 | 1533 | 100 | 27 | 88 |
| 1913 | PHA | 1B | 148 | 0 | 1504 | 80 | 12 | 85 |
| 1914 | PHA | 1B | 149 | 0 | 1423 | 85 | 7 | 78 |
| 1915 | PHA | 1B | 119 | 0 | 1123 | 83 | 13 | 63 |
| 1916 | PHA | 1B | 140 | 0 | 1404 | 96 | 12 | 87 |
| 1917 | PHA | 1B | 150 | 0 | 1658 | 95 | 12 | 81 |
| 1918 | BOS | 1B | 94 | 0 | 1066 | 71 | 9 | 45 |
| 1918 | BOS | 3B | 23 | 0 | 34 | 42 | 1 | 8 |
| 1919 | BOS | 1B | 118 | 0 | 1236 | 82 | 7 | 84 |
| 1920 | BOS | 1B | 148 | 0 | 1586 | 91 | 7 | 101 |
| 1921 | BOS | 1B | 152 | 0 | 1549 | 102 | 1 | 109 |
| 1922 | CLE | 1B | 140 | 0 | 1376 | 73 | 5 | 96 |
| 1923 | BSN | 1B | 154 | 0 | 1500 | 89 | 14 | 136 |
| 1924 | BSN | 1B | 146 | 0 | 1435 | 95 | 10 | 129 |
| 1925 | PIT | 1B | 46 | 0 | 377 | 24 | 3 | 40 |
| 1926 | PIT | 1B | 40 | 0 | 300 | 17 | 4 | 32 |
| 1927 | PHI | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1996 |
| Second Base | 5 |
| Third Base | 28 |
| Shortstop | 53 |
| Left Field | 1 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1915 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | 1B |
| 1915 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | 1B |
| 1914 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | 1B |
| 1913 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | 1B |
| 1912 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | 1B |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 7th | 11.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1913 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 7th | 12.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1912 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 21th | 1.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1911 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 22th | 1.0 | 64 | 0 |