Harry Morelock
Born: 11/9/1869 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 4/21/1949 in Atlantic City, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1891-08-21 | Final Game: 1892-08-09
Full name: A. Harry Morelock
Biography
Harry Morelock was a professional baseball player born in 1869, whose brief Major League career spanned from August 21, 1891, to August 9, 1892. Operating primarily as a position player, Morelock's tenure in the big leagues was marked by limited participation, appearing in just five games. During this time, he recorded a single hit, resulting in a batting average of .059, with no home runs or RBIs to his name. Additionally, he did not register any stolen bases, showcasing the challenges he faced in making a significant impact on the field.
Morelock played in an era that was characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a time of evolving playing styles and strategies. His short stint in the Major Leagues reflects the competitive nature of baseball during the early 1890s, a period when many players vied for recognition and success amid a rapidly changing sport. Although his career statistics may not reflect a storied legacy, Morelock remains a part of baseball history as a player who contributed to the narrative of the game during its formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0.059 | 0.238 | 0.059 | 0.297 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1891 | PHI | NL | 4 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 1892 | PHI | NL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| SS | 4 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1891 | PHI | SS | 4 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| 1892 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 4 |