Eddie Miller, baseball player, 1936-1950

Eddie Miller

Born: 11/26/1916 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Died: 7/31/1997 in Lake Worth, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1936-09-09 | Final Game: 1950-09-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Edward Robert Miller

Biography

Eddie Miller, born in 1916, was a prominent position player who left a substantial mark on Major League Baseball during his career from 1936 to 1950. Over the course of 1,510 games, Miller amassed 1,270 hits, including 97 home runs and 640 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .238. Known for his versatility and solid defensive skills, he also demonstrated speed on the basepaths, recording 64 stolen bases throughout his career. Miller's contributions to the game were recognized with eight All-Star selections, showcasing his status as one of the era's noteworthy talents. Playing during a transformative period in baseball, Miller navigated through the late 1930s and into the post-war era, a time characterized by both the challenges of the Great Depression and the resurgence of the sport following World War II. While he may not have been among the flashiest players of his time, his consistent performance and ability to contribute to his teams earned him respect among peers and fans alike. Eddie Miller remains a significant figure in baseball history, illustrating the dedication and skill of players who helped shape the game during a pivotal era.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
22.0 20.0 2.0 4.0 1.0 0 0 1.0 2.0 0 0 0.200 0.273 0.250 0.523

Pitching

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H R ER HR BB SO ERA
10.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 11.0 11.0 0 1.0 0 0 0.00

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1510 5337 539 1270 263 28 97 640 64 351 465 0.238 0.290 0.352 0.643 -9946.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 84 0 243 192 6 56
3B 4 0 1 1 0 0
SS 1395 0 2976 4500 217 946

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 84
Third Base 4
Shortstop 1395

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1940 Baseball Magazine All-Star SS

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1948 Most Valuable Player NL 25th 4.0 336 0
1947 Most Valuable Player NL 24th 2.0 336 0
1945 Most Valuable Player NL 29th 2.0 336 0
1944 Most Valuable Player NL 22th 7.0 336 0
1943 Most Valuable Player NL 10th 24.0 336 0
1942 Most Valuable Player NL 32th 1.0 336 0
1940 Most Valuable Player NL 13th 28.0 336 0
1939 Most Valuable Player NL 31th 1.0 336 0