Henry Mullin
Born: 4/17/1862 in Saint John, NB, CAN
Died: 11/8/1937 in Beverly, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1884-06-04 | Final Game: 1884-09-24
Bats: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Henry J. Mullin
Biography
Henry Mullin, born in 1862, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief but notable period from 1884 to 1906. Primarily recognized as a position player, Mullin made his mark during an era when baseball was evolving, transitioning from the rudimentary styles of the early game towards the more organized approaches that would characterize the modern sport. Despite a relatively short career, he displayed tenacity on the field, participating in 36 games where he accumulated 17 hits, concluding with a batting average of .133.
Mullin's statistics, including zero home runs and zero RBIs, highlight the challenges he faced as a player in the late 19th century, a time when offensive production was often limited and competition was fierce. His career, lasting only a few months in 1884, serves as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if they did not achieve lasting fame. While he may not have left a significant statistical legacy, Mullin's participation during this formative period of baseball reflects the passion and dedication that characterized the sport in its early years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 128 | 14 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0.133 | 0.184 | 0.172 | 0.356 | -630.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | BSU | UA | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1884 | WS7 | AA | 34 | 120 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0.142 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 36 | 0 | 51 | 9 | 8 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | BSU | OF | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1884 | WS7 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1884 | WS7 | OF | 34 | 0 | 47 | 6 | 8 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 4 |
| Center Field | 31 |
| Right Field | 1 |