Dan Minnehan
Born: 11/28/1865 in Troy, NY, USA
Died: 8/8/1929 in Troy, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1895-09-20 | Final Game: 1895-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 145 lbs
Full name: Daniel Joseph Minnehan
Biography
Dan Minnehan was a professional baseball player born in 1865, who played in the late 19th century during a transformative period in the sport. His career spanned from 1895 to 1909, although he participated in only a brief stint at the major league level in 1895. Minnehan showcased his skills primarily as a position player, appearing in eight games and demonstrating a notable offensive capability.
In his short time in the majors, Minnehan recorded 13 hits, achieving an impressive batting average of .382. He also contributed six runs batted in, although he did not hit any home runs or steal bases during his career. Minnehan's performance, while limited in terms of duration, reflected the competitive nature of baseball during the era, where players often faced a challenging landscape as the game was rapidly evolving. His legacy, though not widely celebrated, remains a testament to the early days of professional baseball and the players who laid the groundwork for future generations.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 34 | 6 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.382 | 0.400 | 0.382 | 0.782 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | LS3 | NL | 8 | 34 | 6 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.382 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 7 | 0 | 11 | 12 | 2 | 3 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | LS3 | 3B | 7 | 0 | 11 | 12 | 2 | 3 |
| 1895 | LS3 | OF | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 7 |
| Center Field | 2 |