Chuck Miller
Born: 9/18/1889 in Woodville, OH, USA
Died: 6/16/1961 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-09-19 | Final Game: 1914-10-05
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Charles Marion Miller
Biography
Chuck Miller, born in 1889, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1913 to 1914. Primarily serving as a position player, Miller made his mark in the early years of the 20th century, a time when baseball was transitioning from the deadball era towards a more offensive style of play. Over the course of his brief career, he appeared in 40 games, during which he accumulated 9 hits and recorded a batting average of .188. Although he did not hit any home runs, he contributed with 3 RBIs and showcased his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases.
Miller's time in the Major Leagues was short-lived, but his participation in the sport during this formative period reflects the challenges and shifting dynamics of early baseball. While he may not have achieved the statistical milestones that some of his contemporaries did, his journey through the ranks of professional baseball represents the experiences of many players of his era, who often faced fierce competition and evolving game strategies. His legacy, though modest, is 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 48 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 11 | 0.188 | 0.235 | 0.208 | 0.444 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | STL | NL | 4 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | STL | NL | 36 | 36 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 0.194 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 17 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | SLN | OF | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1914 | SLN | OF | 14 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 7 |
| Center Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 3 |