Ralph Miller
Born: 2/29/1896 in Fort Wayne, IN, USA
Died: 3/18/1939 in Fort Wayne, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1920-04-14 | Final Game: 1924-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Ralph Joseph Miller
Biography
Ralph Miller, born in 1896, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 20th century, an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the lively ball period. His career spanned from 1920 to 1924, during which he played a total of 163 games as a position player. Miller recorded 138 hits, achieving a batting average of .248, and contributed to his teams with 54 RBIs and 3 home runs. He also showcased his speed on the base paths, finishing his career with 6 stolen bases.
Miller's playing style was reflective of the time, emphasizing contact hitting and situational awareness over power, which was a hallmark of many players in the 1920s. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for during this pivotal era in baseball history remain a testament to the evolving nature of the game. After retiring from professional play on September 30, 1924, Ralph Miller left behind a legacy that highlighted the competitive spirit and athleticism of early baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 163 | 557 | 48 | 138 | 24 | 1 | 3 | 54 | 6 | 18 | 43 | 0.248 | 0.274 | 0.311 | 0.584 | -1923.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | PHI | NL | 97 | 338 | 28 | 74 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 28 | 3 | 11 | 32 | 0.219 | -1773.0 |
| 1921 | PHI | NL | 57 | 204 | 19 | 62 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 26 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 0.304 | -150.3 |
| 1924 | WSN | AL | 9 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0.182 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | WS | WS1 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0.182 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2B | 3 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 3B | 101 | 0 | 105 | 211 | 25 | 19 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 48 | 0 | 94 | 136 | 22 | 21 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | PHI | 1B | 3 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1920 | PHI | 3B | 91 | 0 | 89 | 179 | 17 | 15 |
| 1920 | PHI | SS | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1920 | PHI | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1921 | PHI | 3B | 10 | 0 | 16 | 32 | 8 | 4 |
| 1921 | PHI | SS | 46 | 0 | 91 | 132 | 22 | 20 |
| 1924 | WS1 | 2B | 3 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Second Base | 3 |
| Third Base | 101 |
| Shortstop | 48 |
| Left Field | 1 |