Ed Miller
Born: 11/24/1888 in Annville, PA, USA
Died: 4/17/1980 in Lebanon, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1912-09-18 | Final Game: 1918-07-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Edwin Collins Miller
Biography
Ed Miller was a professional baseball player born in 1888, who played during the early 20th century, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. His career spanned from 1912 until his final game on July 3, 1918, during which he appeared in 86 games as a position player. While Miller's offensive contributions were modest, he recorded 39 hits over his career, finishing with a batting average of .195. He drove in 12 runs and showcased his speed on the bases with 4 stolen bases, reflecting the style of play that was beginning to evolve during his era.
Miller's time in the league coincided with significant changes in baseball, as teams began to emphasize power hitting and a more aggressive base-running approach. Although he did not hit any home runs, his role as a utility player contributed to his teams in ways that went beyond mere statistics. As a player during this transformative time in baseball history, Ed Miller's career, while not prolific in terms of individual accolades, nonetheless contributed to the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86 | 200 | 21 | 39 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 23 | 0.195 | 0.275 | 0.260 | 0.535 | -338.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | SLA | AL | 13 | 46 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0.196 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | SLA | AL | 41 | 58 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 0.138 | -372.2 |
| 1918 | CLE | AL | 32 | 96 | 9 | 22 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 12 | 10 | 0.229 | 33.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 38 | 0 | 358 | 23 | 11 | 23 |
| 2B | 5 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| OF | 9 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| SS | 5 | 0 | 14 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | SLA | 1B | 8 | 0 | 76 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| 1912 | SLA | SS | 5 | 0 | 14 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| 1914 | SLA | 1B | 8 | 0 | 50 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 1914 | SLA | 2B | 5 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| 1914 | SLA | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1914 | SLA | OF | 5 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1918 | CLE | 1B | 22 | 0 | 232 | 19 | 6 | 16 |
| 1918 | CLE | OF | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 39 |
| Second Base | 5 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Shortstop | 5 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 8 |