Heinie Mueller, baseball player, 1920-1935

Heinie Mueller

Born: 9/16/1899 in St. Louis, MO, USA

Died: 1/23/1975 in De Soto, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1920-09-25 | Final Game: 1935-06-23

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 158 lbs

Full name: Clarence Francis Mueller

Biography

Heinie Mueller was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1920 to 1935. Born in 1899, he emerged during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the gradual shift from the deadball era to a time of increased offensive output. Mueller played a total of 693 games, showcasing his versatility and skill as a position player. He finished his career with 597 hits, a batting average of .282, and 22 home runs, along with 272 RBIs and 37 stolen bases, reflecting a well-rounded offensive capability. Mueller was known for his solid hitting and ability to contribute to his team's offense. His performance on the field made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for during his career, which included stints in both the National League and American League. As a player who navigated the complexities of the sport in the early 20th century, his legacy is marked by his contributions to the game at a time when baseball was evolving into a more dynamic and powerful sport.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
9.0 7.0 3.0 3.0 1.0 0 1.0 0 1.0 0 0 0.429 0.500 1.000 1.500

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
693 2118 296 597 87 37 22 272 37 168 147 0.282 0.342 0.389 0.731 -494.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 31 0 248 15 5 23
OF 557 0 1269 58 55 17

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 30
Left Field 87
Center Field 367
Right Field 107