Charlie Mullen
Born: 3/15/1889 in Seattle, WA, USA
Died: 6/6/1963 in Seattle, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1910-05-18 | Final Game: 1916-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Charles George Mullen
Biography
Charlie Mullen, born in 1889, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1910 to 1916. Primarily recognized as a position player, Mullen made a notable impact during the early 20th century, an era characterized by the transition from the deadball style of play to a more dynamic approach. Over the course of his career, he participated in 253 games, accumulating 183 hits and achieving a batting average of .247. While Mullen did not hit any home runs, he contributed offensively with 87 RBIs and demonstrated his speed on the bases by stealing 28 bases, showcasing his versatility and ability to influence the game.
Mullen's playing style reflected the strategic nature of baseball during his time, where speed and base running were often prioritized over power hitting. His contributions on the field helped to shape the dynamics of the teams he played for, and his role as a reliable position player left a lasting impression in the annals of baseball history. Mullen's career, which concluded in 1916, encapsulated a transformative period in the sport, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of early baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 253 | 741 | 77 | 183 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 87 | 28 | 61 | 93 | 0.247 | 0.306 | 0.285 | 0.591 | -1085.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CHW | AL | 41 | 123 | 15 | 24 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 0.195 | -611.7 |
| 1911 | CHW | AL | 20 | 59 | 7 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0.203 | -223.6 |
| 1914 | NYY | AL | 93 | 323 | 33 | 84 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 44 | 11 | 33 | 55 | 0.260 | -236.4 |
| 1915 | NYY | AL | 40 | 90 | 11 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 12 | 0.267 | -33.3 |
| 1916 | NYY | AL | 59 | 146 | 11 | 39 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 18 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 0.267 | 19.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 194 | 34 | 1774 | 119 | 23 | 78 |
| 2B | 20 | 0 | 45 | 38 | 5 | 5 |
| OF | 8 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CHA | 1B | 37 | 34 | 364 | 23 | 7 | 21 |
| 1910 | CHA | OF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1911 | CHA | 1B | 20 | 0 | 176 | 12 | 6 | 2 |
| 1914 | NYA | 1B | 93 | 0 | 898 | 62 | 6 | 54 |
| 1915 | NYA | 1B | 27 | 0 | 201 | 15 | 4 | 0 |
| 1916 | NYA | 1B | 17 | 0 | 135 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 1916 | NYA | 2B | 20 | 0 | 45 | 38 | 5 | 5 |
| 1916 | NYA | OF | 6 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 196 |
| Second Base | 20 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 5 |